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Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector

by Boeing

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Date Posted

October 6, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$35.84–$68.64/hr (≈$74.5K–$142.8K/yr)

Cost of Living

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Locations

Tukwila, Washington

Application Deadline

November 5, 2026

Description

Overview

Boeing is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician and Inspector, who holds an active secret or higher security clearance, to perform maintenance, preventative maintenance and alterations on production during and post flight test activities in support of our KC-46 Tanker in Tukwila, WA.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, inspect, test, repair, service aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight.
  • Perform Quality functions such as Customer and DCMA Coordination, Configuration Change Verification, Conformity Inspections, Airworthiness Inspections (including Pre-flight and Post-flights), Corrective Action and Investigations.
  • Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures.
  • Perform Aviation Maintenance Technician Inspector tasks in order to obtain and maintain knowledge, skills, and required certifications.
  • Perform audit/surveillance of all manufacturing and quality assurance processes, according to specifications, processes, and procedures.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires an Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

Requirements/Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

  • Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience with military, airline or certificated repair station background.
  • This position requires an individual when working at heights to utilize fall protection equipment that has weight limitations.
  • Must be able to work any shift and overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Prefer a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate. Please note your certificate number on your resume if you are certified.
  • Preferred experience in and/or education in Flight Controls, Avionics electronics/systems, and Analysis.
  • Prior military experience and working with military customers.

Benefits

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

This position is for 2nd shift (Subject to change).

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinist (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

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.

Total Rewards Statement

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.

Summary Pay Range: $35.84-$68.64

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 award.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Tukwila, Washington

What aviation pay actually covers in Tukwila — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$80,534
Median Rent
$1,786/mo
Median Home Value
$462,800
Gasoline (1 gal)
$4.93
Restaurant Meal
$19.07
Milk (1 L)
$1.18
Eggs (dozen)
$2.32

Rent runs about 26.6% of median income in Tukwila — moderate by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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