Location:	RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1907019
Attachments:	No File Attached
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The Opportunity 

The Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team is seeking the next generation of aerospace workers to embark on a career in aviation. As our newest Aircraft Technicians, you will have the opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in the maintenance and modification of various aircraft systems. Your responsibilities will include maintaining aircraft systems, fulfilling servicing requirements, and assist in implementing modifications in support of the P-8A Poseidon Aircraft at RAAF Base Edinburgh.

Your Day: 

No two days are the same, but here is an example of what activities you can expect to undertake during your traineeship: 

• Aircraft base and deeper level maintenance duties inclusive of minor and major aircraft modifications
• Removal and installation of aircraft components
• Disassembly and reassembly of aircraft components
• Preparation and use of aircraft support equipment
• Inspection, maintenance, servicing, repair and fault diagnosis of components and systems.
• Aircraft flight-line handling duties

In addition to the above, in order to successfully complete your traineeship, you will also be required to: 

• Attend training at the MTO
• Pass all examinations and competencies in order to achieve aircraft task authorisation
• Maintain a detailed journal of experience to a standard acceptable to BDA and the Registered Training Organisation

Your checklist for success:

• Enthusiasm and passion to learn aircraft maintenance activities from experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers who will mentor and guide you.
• Cert II in Aero skills
• Aptitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to successfully interact with mentors, co-workers and management to maintain productive working relationships to meet team, business unit, and organisational goals
• Have the self-discipline to maintain a current work journal   
• Able to speak, read and write fluent English

The nice to haves:

• Previous trade background including ability to work with hands and read/interpret maintenance documentation
• Competence with Microsoft office suite.
• Knowledge of aircraft operational procedures.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. 

As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. 

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. 

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.

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