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Posted date: Jan 15, 2026
Category: All Hourly Unions|Manufacturing
Location: Everett, WA
Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity, through our IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program, for Flight Line Mechanic Apprentice in the Puget Sound region in Washington State!
This comprehensive 4-year training program consists of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and essential classroom education, designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel. The program begins with a 20% probationary period, allowing you to acclimate to the role while gaining valuable hands-on experience. You will attend school for at least 144 unpaid hours per school year (four hours each week), registered through a local Community and Technical College. Your wages as an apprentice will be defined in Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Association of Machinists District 751 and The Boeing Company, with progression to a higher wage step for every 1,000 hours of recorded on-the-job training until completion. Upon graduation, you will be placed in the target job at the maximum rate and receive a journey-worker certificate and card recognized worldwide.
As a Flight Line Mechanic Apprentice, you will learn the skills to be essential in performing a variety of maintenance tasks on aircraft structures and systems, where attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are paramount. You will learn to be responsible for troubleshooting and inspecting aircraft to ensure they are flight-ready, while meticulously documenting all processes to maintain compliance with industry regulations. A Color Vision Certification may be necessary for portions of this job. Your commitment to quality will be reflected in your ability to learn to conduct thorough audits and inspections, ensuring that all work meets stringent specifications.
You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.
Application Instructions:
To ensure your application is complete, all required assessments and courses must be finalized before submitting your application. Follow these guidelines:
Documentation: At the time of the request, documentation for all course completions, test challenges, certificate and/or degree programs must be provided by the specified due date.
Applicant Eligibility: Applicants must not have previously enrolled in or completed an IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship program.
Assessment and Course Completion: For English and/or math assessments, please include your assessment score and the corresponding course placement results (course number and title).
Proficiency in math and English must be verified through one of the following:
Completing Intermediate Algebra or a higher-level math course within the last 5 years.
Completion of an English 90 course or assessment with a grade of C or better.
Qualification for Blueprint Reading and Precision Measuring Tools: You can meet the qualifications through one of the following methods, which will be verified via your resume, work history, and transcripts:
Vocational Courses:
Basic Blueprint Reading or equivalent
Basic Precision Measuring Tools or equivalent
Basic Electricity or Basic Electronics
Vocational Degrees and Certificates:
Aviation Maintenance Technology Certificate
Relevant Work Experience: A minimum of one year of work experience in a similar field, such as:
Electronics (Assy., Repair)
Certified A & P Mechanic
Hydraulics (Installation, Repair)
Operational Systems
Trouble Shooting of Systems
Software Applications Trouble Shooting
Structures Mechanic
Assembler Installer
Assembler Electric Systems
Aircraft Test Technician
Fuel Cell Assy
Position Responsibilities:
Perform production installations, maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alterations on aircraft structures, systems, and sub-systems, including electrical and avionics, for both standard and experimental certificated aircraft.
Troubleshoot, inspect, test, repair, and service aircraft and engine systems to prepare them for flight, documenting any nonconforming materials or components according to established specifications and procedures.
Conduct audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes, performing quality functions such as customer/FAA coordination, configuration change verification, conformity inspections, and airworthiness inspections.
Utilize technical specifications, sketches, manuals, and FAA publications to complete work assignments effectively.
Maintain company and FAA-required records and inspection forms while ensuring a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Plan and organize work packages to promote safe and efficient operations, meeting predetermined schedules.
Operate various information systems, including company web-based systems and Microsoft Office products, to perform assigned tasks.
Interpret and adhere to airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and other approved data.
Apply mathematical calculations to set up and use precision measuring tools for accurate measurements.
Create production aids to facilitate work assignments as needed.
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits for assigned work.
Exchange information with suppliers, customers, or company representatives to explain or demonstrate operations and tests.
Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:
Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).
Basic qualifications/requirements:
Experience doing jobs or tasks where you had to apply math skills such as algebra, geometry and/or trigonometry
Experience reading engineering blueprints/drawings
Experience with using electrical or electronic precision measuring tools and equipment such as multimeters, clamp meters, voltage testers, oscilloscopes
Basic understanding Electricity/Electronics
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Education & Experience:
High School Graduate or the equivalent. Proof of successful completion is required.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
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.
Shift Work Statement:
This position is for shift 1; however, it may require some training on other shifts
Other Relevant Information & Requirements:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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: $46.60/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Additional information Links: WebSite, Standards of Apprenticeship, Prep Pack.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 30, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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