Workers who build fighter jets and weapons for Boeing in the St. Louis area approved a new contract on Thursday, ending a strike that started more than three months ago.
The 3,200 Boeing Defense employees, who are represented by the union, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 837, will return to work starting on Sunday. The approved contract was similar to an offer the workers rejected a few weeks ago.
“IAM District 837 members stood strong and united for over three months,” the union said in a statement. “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.”
The strike, which began in early August, was contentious at times. Boeing had threatened to hire permanent replacements, and the union complained to the National Labor Relations Board that Boeing was not negotiating in good faith.
Under the approved contract, workers will receive cumulative raises of 24 percent over five years and a $6,000 upfront bonus.
In a statement, Boeing said it was “pleased with the results and look forward to bringing our full team back together on Nov. 17 to support our customers.”
Niraj Chokshi is a Times reporter who writes about aviation, rail and other transportation industries.
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