Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician - Life Support Equipment

About the role

Boeing Qatar is looking for Aircrew Flight Equipment Technicians (AFE) at all levels to support maintenance at Al Udeid AFB, Qatar. The technician inspects, maintains and repairs aircrew flight equipment such as survival gear, helmets, oxygen masks, harnesses, parachutes, anti-G suits, communication equipment and other life-support systems, following technical orders and working under general supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in aircrew flight equipment and repair them to restore systems to working order.
• Perform routine maintenance, conduct thorough inspections and operate systems to verify functionality.
• Carry out complete overhauls of components and systems, install new or replacement parts, and fabricate and modify equipment to technical specifications.
• Use technical data, publications and manuals to guide work, and follow procedures and technical orders.
• Provide training and guidance to aircrew on use, maintenance and emergency procedures.
• Assign and perform CUT (cross-utilization training) as required, and possibly work with specialized support equipment.

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in aircrew flight equipment systems.
• Able to obtain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required); an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance post-start is required.
• Willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime; some positions may involve rotating shifts.
• Ability to obtain a work visa and meet the cultural requirements of the country; employer sponsors employment visa status where required.
• Typical background: high school diploma/GED and 1 or more years of related work experience, or equivalent education and experience.

What we offer

• Relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans, with benefits and pay set at the local level.
• Learning opportunities, including the Learning Together Program and Well Being programs.