Location:	Oakey
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1837065
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About us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. Support the Mission of the Defence Force through your Aircraft Maintenance skills.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

BDA currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a large range of opportunities available for future opportunities as we plan for future growth. The team you will be surrounded by are dynamic, fun and genuine in the meaningful work they deliver to the Defence Force.

A career at Boeing means you're a part of a global company that is a leader in the aerospace industry - with us, the sky is not the limit!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics tojoin our Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team supporting the stand-up of the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program at Swartz Barracks, Oakey, Queensland.

As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics, you will be responsible for maintenance and modification of the H135 Avionics systems and associated equipment. The work pattern is a day/evening shift rotation and a degree of flexibility with working hours and locations is required.

The role will require travel during the initial stages of employment with time spent in Nowra, NSW, to complete initial on the job training. If required, aircraft type training theory in the Brisbane area with practical type training conducted elsewhere dependent on external vendor.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft flight-line handling and servicing duties.
• Aircraft Avionics and component servicing.
  • Ensuring all maintenance tasks carried out as per the applicable Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) and certified in the maintenance documentation.
  • Removal and installation of aircraft components, disassembly and reassembly of aircraft components,
  • Promoting a safe and healthy work environment by ensuring compliance with EH&S policies and procedures.
    • Preparation and use of aircraft support equipment and inspection, maintenance, servicing, repair and
    • Fault diagnosis of components and systems operating in both the line maintenance and base maintenance environments.

Experience/Qualifications

• Certificate IV Aeroskills (Avionics)
• Ability to successfully interact with co-workers, maintaining productive working relationships to meet team, business unit, and organisational goals
• Current B2 MAML or the ability to obtain (Desirable)
• Previous experience working on Rotary Wing Aircraft (Desirable)
• H135 T3H Aircraft Type course (Desirable)

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a Government security clearance (Negative Vetting 1) sponsored by BDA. Therefore, you must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and must have the ability to verify your background for whole of life i.e. birth to present time. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Culture at Boeing:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. Boeing celebrates diversity by celebrating First Nations, Veterans and Women as part of our action plan for an inclusive workforce.

What we offer:

• Generous study assistance and education options
• Competitive Enterprise Agreement and Career Development support
• Global Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Paid Parental Leave, Defence Reservist Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave and First Nation Cultural Leave
• Join social and community groups and explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.

Please noet that this position will not be shortlisted until January 2025.