Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1905695
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The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an Aeronautical Engineer (Structures) to join the Air Combat Electronic Attack Support Contract (ACEA) team supporting electronic attack, self-protection and mission systems sustainment.

Why this is exciting

• This is an excellent opportunity to expand your engineering knowledge and work on cutting edge aviation platforms such as F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler.
• Join a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on engineering, integration, testing, sustainment and in-service support for high-readiness operations.

As an Aeronautical Engineer (Structures), you will:

• Conduct continuing airworthiness management activities including response to customer inquiries, publication updates, non-conformances & failure investigation, and to show compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop repair/modification instructions for integration onto the existing aircraft in accordance with the approved Engineering Management System.
• Performs basic and detailed structural study (static strength, durability/fatigue) to determine structural integrity, using classical techniques and Boeing tools.
• Work towards gaining Engineering Authority and Delegations on the platforms you will be supporting.
• Embrace our company's behaviours and values and willing to innovate.
• Be an exemplar of the BDA safety culture
• Contribute to continual improvement of business processes to support decision makers

Who we're looking for

• Must hold Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical degree.
• 3-5 years' experience in aircraft structural design/repair methodologies of metallic and composite design, hand-stress analysis for preliminary sizing.
• 3-5 years' experience in developing engineering artefacts within the Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) environment or within the equivalent CASA, EASA or EMAR systems.
• Familiar with aviation regulatory frameworks with a good working knowledge of the Part 21, Part M (or 42) and Part 145 operations and their interactions.

Security requirement

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

Location

• RAAF Base Amberley.  Hybrid work options available

Boeing values we live by

• Integrity — We are honest, transparent and accountable.
• Safety — We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations.
• Quality — We deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.
• Customer focus — We aim to understand and exceed our customers' mission needs.
• Teamwork & One Boeing — We collaborate across teams and partners to accomplish shared goals.
• Inclusion & Respect — We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone can contribute.

Why join the ACEA team

• Support a capability that directly enhances aircraft survivability and mission success in contested environments.
• Work with cutting-edge systems and access targeted training and professional development pathways.
• Be part of a collaborative, mission-focused team working in close partnership with the RAAF and industry stakeholders.

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.  Join us and help deliver critical electronic attack and protection capability — sustain readiness, advance sovereign expertise, and contribute to Boeing's Defence mission in Australia.