Location:	Enoggera
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1928413
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The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Repairable Item Specialist to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team.

Program overview
The AH-64E Apache program provides advanced attack helicopter capability to the Australian Defence Force, enabling precision strike, armed reconnaissance and close air support. This program sustains a critical combat capability, supports interoperability with coalition partners, and underpins Australia's land and joint operations.

Why this is exciting

• Contribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations.
• Work on complex aircraft systems.
• Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities with direct operational impact.

As a Repairable Item Specialist, what you'll get to do

• Execute Designated Logistics Manager (DLM) services in the capacity of Repairable Item Manager for Apache Repairable Items (RIs)
• Contribute to the development and delivery of an RI annual maintenance plan/register
• Identify RIs to be inducted for repair via FMS or Commercial pipelines.
• Processing and coordinating the transport of RIs to and from repair venues using Defence inventory management systems and maintaining accurate records
• Procurement of RIs via Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and commercial procurement ensuring compliance with Defence process and policy.
• Support requirements determination via the use of the Defence endorsed Inventory Management program, and ERP reporting
• Identify and communicate potential risks and issues
• Maintain logistics information management system integrity
• Gather and review data for use in supplier performance evaluations
• Provide support in the development of mitigation plans
• Be an integral part of the Apache capability

Who we're looking for

• Demonstrated 2 years + experience in Repairable Item management
• Demonstrated 5 years + experience in Defence supply chains, Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience is desirable
• Well-developed written and oral communication and negotiation skills to facilitate open interaction between logistics and provisioning agencies and key internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to work with a high level of autonomy in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience in identifying, establishing and promoting supply process improvements at the project level
• Knowledge of exporting/importing practices and regulations
• An understanding of airworthiness standards
• SAP S4/HANA experience

Security requirement

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

Location

• Enoggera, QLD. 

Boeing values that guide the work we do

• 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 AH-64E Apache Australia team

• Support a critical, high-readiness combat aviation capability that protects Australia's interests and supports joint operations.
• Gain experience and professional growth with access to targeted training and career development pathways.
• Build deep rotary‑wing expertise — and be part of a mission-focused team delivering operational outcomes in partnership with the Australian Army and industry.

How to Apply:

• Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
• Include a current CV that includes your work history and qualifications.

Join us and help sustain a world-class combat aviation capability — deliver operational readiness, advance sovereign capability, and contribute to the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.