The Opportunity

BDA is looking for a Principal Structures / Mechanical Engineer to join the Office of Airworthiness team primarily supporting the E-7A Wedgetail platform. In this role your leadership and expertise will be utilised in the development, review, approval and certification of structural and mechanical artefacts in support of development and sustainment activities. As a member of the Office of Airworthiness, you will have the chance to engage with Boeing's broader certification and airworthiness community and opportunities to work across various Boeing programs, including the E-7A Wedgetail, P-8A Poseidon, CH-47 Chinook, F/A-18 Super Hornet and MQ-28 Ghost Bat.

This role can be undertaken in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Williamtown or Amberley.

As a Principal Structures / Mechanical Engineer within BDA, you will

• Provide engineering leadership for technical execution of 21J structural and mechanical activities for development and sustainment engineering including development, review and approval of design artefacts, repairs, technical safety and engineering in accordance with the approved BDA Engineering Management System.
• Collaborate across disciplines to achieve integrated solutions.
• Engage in customer interaction with opportunities to interact with stakeholders from the operator, contractors, DASA and aircraft OEM.
• Champion improvements in structural methods, standards, and tools, enhancing efficiency and technical excellence.
• Mentor and guide teams of engineers, fostering growth in technical expertise and engineering judgment.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in either Mechanical, Structural or Aerospace Engineering with experience working in airworthiness/certification and design of aircraft and their components/systems.
• Experience developing structural and mechanical modifications to primary structure, internal payloads, component qualification is highly regarded.
• Experience working within a civil or military design organisation (21J design organization or ODA).
• Capability to gain Engineering Designations on relevant platforms.
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or eligibility to obtain.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

• Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
• Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
• Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
• Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

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