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November 13, 2025
Boeing union votes to end strike at Missouri factory
Written by Stephanie Ritenbaugh
Striking workers at Boeing Defense in Missouri have reached an agreement with the company to return to the factory.
About 3,200 employees represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 837 will report to work beginning with third shift Nov. 16 at 11 p.m. after striking for three months.
Projects at the facility include the F-15EX, F/A-18, T-7A, MQ-25, and future F-47 fighter jet. Aluminum, especially high-purity aluminum, is a crucial component in defense and aerospace applications.
Boeing’s modified five-year offer retains all terms of the previous offers, but the ratification bonus has been changed from $5,000 to $6,000 and the ability to cash out vacation time above the 80-hour cap. The contract includes a wage increase of 8% in the first year and 4% in the following years.
The union has maintained it has been seeking compensation that aligns with gains Boeing employees in other parts of the country have received. The company has said it had offered compensation in line with the region where the factory is located.
“IAM District 837 members stood strong and united for over three months,” the union said in a statement. “We thank our bargaining committee for their tireless efforts, and we appreciate the unwavering support of our members, their families, the St. Louis community, our labor allies, and elected officials throughout this fight. We’re proud of what our members have fought for together and are ready to get back to building the world’s most advanced military aircraft.”
Overall, The IAM Union represents about 600,000 active and retired members across North America in aerospace, defense, airlines, shipbuilding, rail, transit, healthcare, automotive, and other industries.
Representatives from Boeing did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
