Location:
| Oakey
|
Category:
| Business Support
|
Position Type:
| Permanent
|
Job Reference:
| BOE/1939642
|
Attachments:
|  No File Attached
|
Share This:
|
|
Program overview
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Ground Crewman Aircraft Support Instructors 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 role is exciting
- Directly support integration and sustainment of the Apache within Army Aviation operations.
- Deliver hands-on training and assessments in barracks, field environments and live hot/refuel operations.
- Influence courseware, doctrine and procedures that set industry standards.
- Be embedded with ADF personnel on a high-profile, mission-critical program.
What you'll do
- Deliver and assess LMP training, including Initial Employment Training (IET).
- Act as a Qualified Assessor and Trade Testing Officer.
- Conduct GCAS training in barracks and field environments, including hot/refuel and ground support procedures.
- Review, update and author courseware, handouts and LMP materials.
- Support ePEX section review and authorization.
- Work to Defence publications, Operational/Technical Airworthiness and Army Aviation Risk Management standards.
- Comply with WHS, Defence Safety Manual and environmental management policies.
Who we're looking for:
Essential qualifications & experience
- Aviation Explosive Operations Supervisor (or equivalent).
- Certificate IV TAE40116 (Training & Assessment) or higher.
- Bulk fuel qualification (L121) or equivalent.
- Previous GCAS operational experience.
- AVN FARP Operator 120339 (P104089).
- Must be an Australian citizen (Defence security requirement).
Desirable skills & certifications
- L121 driver (40M HX77) / Heavy Rigid licence
- CHEM ALERT 1-6 training
- Defence Aviation Non-Technical Skills / Military Risk Management
- Hazardous Chemicals Awareness
- JFIMS (Joint Fuels Inventory Management System) experience
- Hot Refuel Supervisor (after 12 months in trade)
- Airside Level 1 & 2
- AVN ARMY tow motor licence code
- Emergency management fundamentals
Security requirement
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Location
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
- Permanent role with Boeing Defence Australia on a high-profile Aviation program.
- 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.