Lead GMD Mod Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Boeing scores A on the Alion truth index.
Company:
Boeing Aerospace OperationsBoeing Global Services is searching for aLead GMD Mod Technician to join the team at Vandenberg SFB, CA.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Position Responsibilities:
- Direct and execute system-level integration, functional and acceptance testing, and post-modification checkouts; collect, analyze, and report test data and anomalies.
- Lead and perform complex field modifications, system upgrades, retrofits, and installations on GMD launch, C2, sensor, and support equipment per engineering drawings, technical orders, and approved work packages.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, electronic, and electromechanical failures; provide root-cause input and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain configuration control and as-built documentation; review and approve field change packages and wiring/assembly updates.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technicians; assign tasks, review work, and enforce quality and safety standards.
- Act as a primary technical point of contact with government and contractor stakeholders; present technical briefings and status updates.
- Manage special tooling and test-equipment inventories; ensure calibration and readiness of measurement/test instruments.
- Improve procedures, work instructions, and lessons-learned to increase reliability, maintainability, and safety.
- Enforce site safety, environmental, and security procedures; handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and classified materials per policy.
- Deploy to off-site tests, integration events, and remote support tasks as required.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years' of experienced with mechanical/electrical/electronic assembly including multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment, modification, and test work
- Minimum 3 years' of experience leading field modification and integration teams on complex systems.
- Minimum 3 years' of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical orders.
- Comfortable working outdoors in extreme cold, able to lift/carry up to 35 lbs., climb ladders, and work at heights.
- Able to use a respirator or have been respirator certified
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior GMD, missile defense, launch systems, radar/sensor, or DoD field engineering experience.
- 5+ years in defense/aerospace or missile defense preferred.
- Familiarity with configuration management systems and maintenance tracking databases.
- Certifications: IPC soldering, OSHA safety, crane/hoist operator, forklift, NVLAP/test-equipment calibration, or equivalent.
- Military technical training or prior service in electronics/avionics/ground-systems MOS/AFC/NEC.
Physical & Work Environment
- May require shift work, on-call availability, and travel to off-site ranges or contractor facilities.
- Must follow strict PPE, safety, and security protocols.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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 market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: 88,400 - 119,600
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Not ApplicableRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
If the successful candidate is not a “U.S. Person” (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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