Boeing

Tool Coordinator

GBR - Lakenheath AFB, United Kingdom
Full-time
Posted Nov 6, 2026

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Skills

Accounting
Communication
Procurement
Payroll

Job description

Tool Coordinator

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen to join the team as an F-15 Tool Coordinator. This position is part of the on-site F-15 modification team, supporting upgrades of the USAF F-15E aircraft based at RAF Lakenheath.

Role Responsibilities:

Working as part of the modification team you will be responsible for control of tool inventory, modification kits, consumables, spares, and hazardous materials. We are offering an opportunity for you to join a team responsible for updating one of the most operationally tasked fighters.

•Assesses manufacturing requirements and verifies customer requests.

•Coordinates with support organizations to resolve manufacturing issues.

•Works with team members to define tooling requirements.

•Provides guidance and improvement suggestions to outside suppliers and other analysts.

•Issues and receives tools in a controlled environment utilising accounting software.

•Gathers manufacturing and product information to develop and recommend solutions to manufacturing requirements.

•Investigates changes in manufacturing requirements and support emergent requests.

•Analyses, procures and oversees procurement processes for manufacturing tool services products and services.

•Explores all possible options to resolve potential impacts to budget and manufacturing schedules.

•Supports the evaluation of outside supplier performance and verification of compliance with procedures

•Participates in the acquisition and inventory of tool services products.

•Reviews on-hand inventory and coordinates re-distribution. Participates in the plans for the removal of obsolete inventory.

•Works under limited supervision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

•Strong communication skills (both written and oral).

•Experience working in a limited supervision role.

•Attention to detail.

•Ability to work to stringent policy and process.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience ):

•TKMax knowledge is desirable.

•Prior experience in an aerospace-controlled Tooling or Supply environment.

Shift Work:

Not a shift worker. This position does not observe UK public holidays. Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 0700 – 1530 with overtime on an as needed basis for aircraft scheduled delivery.

Becoming a Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

•Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

•Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

•Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

•You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

•23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

•Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution (with 5% employee contributions)

•Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

•Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

•Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

•6x annual salary life insurance

•6 weeks Paternity leave

•52 Weeks Maternity leave

•Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

•Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom.

Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

This position requires the ability to acquire UK security Clearance, for which the UK Government require 5 years consecutive residency in the UK, along the right to work in the UK. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC). All information will be checked and verified.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)