Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1855580
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The opportunity

The Boeing MQ28 - Ghost Bat is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are seeking a Structures Engineer to join the MQ-28 Integrated Test Team to support the development, upgrade and in-service support of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat air vehicle and related test equipment.

The role is based in RAAF Base Amberley.

As an experienced Senior Structures Engineer you will:

• Collaboratively investigate and disposition problem reports generated from ground and flight testing.
• Lead the design development of minor air vehicle modifications and repairs.
• Develop air vehicle modification kits through collaboration with design and maintenance teams.
• Support ground and flight test operations for the MQ-28 System.
• Lead and develop engineering documentation (e.g. instructions, manuals, procedures and risk assessments) to support the ongoing product operation and maintenance.
• Identify and improve product supportability opportunities. 

To be considered for the role you will have:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in aerospace design, modification or support activities.
• Hold Tertiary qualifications in either Aerospace, Mechanical or Mechatronics, that satisfies the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust).
• Demonstrated experience with the design, upgrade or support of air vehicle structures.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes (highly regarded).
• Experience developing engineering artefacts within the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment (highly regarded).
• Experience with UAV or Autonomous Systems projects (highly regarded).
• Experience with 3D modelling and design tools (highly regarded).

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

You may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) in order to perform this role. This is not a requirement set or determined by Boeing but by the Department of Defence under laws issued in 2024. Please refer to the Department of Defencewebsite to understand these requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

• Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
• Formal reward and recognition program.
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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.