Location:	RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1904698
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The Opportunity

Are you a Senior Technical Officer - Armament & Life Support ready to make an impact on a world‑class maritime surveillance and response platform? Boeing Defence Australia is seeking passionate, skilled technician to join the P8 Team, who are based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, South Australia.

This is your chance to work on the P-8A Poseidon — a cutting‑edge airborne surveillance, communications and maritime patrol system that protects Australia's interests at sea and beyond.

Why this role matters

• Play a vital role in safeguarding Australia's maritime security by designing, upgrading and sustaining the P-8A fleet.
• Be at the forefront of multiple advanced capability upgrades coming to the platform over the next several years.
• Work in a dynamic, mission‑focused environment supporting real operational outcomes for Defence.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver technical solutions for operational issues as well as modification support, rapid acquisition and address long term engineering investigations.
• Develop and evaluate technical documents and instructions.
• Liaise with defence stakeholders to support and find solutions for technical issues.

Who we're looking for

• Qualifications in engineering or equivalent technical experience in an electrical/electronic discipline.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes.

Security requirement

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Built on Boeing values — your everyday guide

• Safety & Quality: Prioritise safety and deliver robust, reliable designs that Defence trusts.
• Trust: Operate with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values respect, mentoring and teamwork.
• Ownership: Take pride in your work and be accountable for delivering excellence across the lifecycle.
• Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to turn technical challenges into capability advantage.

What's in it for you

• A competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Join an inclusive team where your expertise helps protect the nation.
• Work on high‑visibility upgrades and sustainment programs — continuous learning and career growth.
• Be part of a company that invests in talent and provides opportunities to expand responsibility and capability.

Ready to take your career to new heights? If you're excited to make a real difference and meet the requirements above, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to join Boeing and help shape the future of Australia's P-8A Poseidon capability.