Aircrew Flight Equipment Technician (Life Support Equipment)

About the role

Boeing is hiring Aircrew Flight Equipment Technicians (AFE) at Life Support Equipment level to support maintenance at Al Udeid AFB in Qatar. The technician troubleshoots, repairs and maintains aircrew flight equipment such as survival gear, helmets, oxygen masks, harnesses, parachutes, anti-G suits and communication equipment, following technical orders and working under general supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions, inspect equipment thoroughly and operate systems to verify functionality
• Perform repairs, complete overhauls of components and install new or replacement parts
• Carry out routine maintenance and follow procedures and technical orders to meet safety and maintenance standards
• Fabricate and modify equipment according to technical specifications
• Train aircrew on the use, maintenance and emergency procedures of the equipment
• Assign and perform Cross Utilization Training (CUT) as required

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Aircrew Flight Equipment Systems
• Able to obtain US security clearance (US citizenship required); an interim and/or final US Secret clearance post-start is required
• Willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime; some positions may rotate
• Ability to obtain a work visa and meet the labour and immigration formalities of the country
• Relocation offered based on eligibility

Preferred qualifications

• Experience on military fighter platforms (F-16, F-18, F-22, F-5, F-14 or F-15)
• Military or vocational school background in the discipline or equivalent

The position is export controlled and may require government authorization. Applications are accepted until 18 November 2026.