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Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

An Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer assists with aeronautical repairs, working under a qualified engineer, focusing on safety, detail, and adaptability.

How do I become a apprentice aircraft maintenance engineer

Get qualified to work as a apprentice aircraft maintenance engineer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has experienced an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 13,900 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Aeroskills (Mechatronics). This course covers a range of topics including aviation safety and quality standards, maths and physics in aviation maintenance, carrying out aircraft flight servicing, fabricating various aircraft componentry and following aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications.

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Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer careers

An Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer assists with the repair and maintenance of aeronautical equipment. You might work on aeronautical systems or specialise in aircraft structures and mechanics. Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers work under the guidance of a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer while completing an apprenticeship.

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers must be able to follow instructions and work to correct procedures. It’s important that you are safety focused and have strong attention to detail. Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers must have good observational skills and should be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances.