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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Shipside Operation Specialist to support the Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) program in Huntsville, AL.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate and Mid-Level Shipside Operations Specialists.
We’re seeking skilled professionals who are passionate about precision and innovation to help produce Boeing’s Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) seeker—an integral part of the world’s most advanced air defense system. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value teamwork, and are committed to excellence, this is your chance to make a real impact. Elevate your career with us and help deliver world-class defense solutions that protect lives and shape the future!
Position Responsibilities:
Assists with activities across multiple functions to coordinate resolution of emergent issues in support of specific operations
Conducts assessments of processes and practices for comparison to applicable standards and criteria
Provides limited feedback on assessment results
Supports the teammates in implementation of strategies and plans
Works under general supervision
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
1+ years’ experience in a Manufacturing or Operations environment
1+ years’ experience collecting and interpreting data
Experience working with Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and SharePoint
Ability to work any shift based on the needs of the operation. The selected candidate must be able to work any shift based on seniority and work assignment. This site runs 3 shifts:
A shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm
B shift: Monday-Thursday 4:30pm - 3:00am
C shift: Friday-Sunday 6:00am - 6:30pm
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
Level 3: 3 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems common image (MESci)
Experience in the Aerospace & Defense Industry and/or the military
Experience interfacing with senior and executive leadership
Experience using Shipside Action Tracker (SAT)
Experience implementing lean methodologies and productivity improvements
An Active U.S Secret Security Clearance
Shift:
This position is for A Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range for Associate level (Level 2): USD $68,850 – $93,150
Summary Pay Range for Mid-level (Level 3): USD $81,600 – $110,400
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
1. Best in class 401(k) plan: well match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10 of eligible pay with immediate 100 vesting
2. Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees Boeing 401(k) accounts.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 22, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
