The Opportunity Boeing Defence Australia are currently recruiting for an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) to be based at Nowra NSW.Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is an integral part of the Boeing global organisation, employing approximately 1200 people at 13 sites around the country, primarily in support of high technology aerospace and communications systems for the Department of Defence.Responsibilites As an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) you willbe responsible for gaining skills and experience in maintenance and modification of the EC135 Mechanical systems and associated equipment, in support of attainment of an Aeroskills Certificate IV as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical).Your duties will include Aircraft flight-line handling and servicing duties, removal and installation of aircraft components, disassembly and reassembly of aircraft components, preparation and use of aircraft support equipment and inspection, maintenance, servicing, repair and fault diagnosis of components and systems.In addition, you will be required to attend training with a Registered Training Organisation during normal working hours.Experience/Qualifications Essential Criteria * Mechanical aptitude * Ability to work in a team; * Ability to successfully interact with co-workers, maintaining productive working relationships to meet team, business unit, and organisational goals; * Able to speak, read and write fluent English; * Flexibility with working hours and locations; * Must be an Australian Citizen; * Be able to obtain a "Baseline" Security Clearance as per Defence Department requirements; and * Willingness to reside in Nowra area Desirable Criteria * Competence with Microsoft office suite.* Knowledge of aircraft operational procedures.Eligibility Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.About Us Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years.In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.We're also committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas.If you don't meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don't hesitate to apply.Boeing Defence Australia offers a wide range of career opportunities within a unique and exciting business environment.A career in Boeing means you're part of a global company that is a leader in the aerospace industry, employing approximately 160,000 people around the world.Benefits * Cutting edge projects * Flexible working options * Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available * Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation * Salary packaging options * Health and wellbeing benefits * Study assistance * Global opportunities If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader, click Apply Now.For more information on the role view the Position Description at www.boeing.com/careers/bda