Location:	Townsville
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1943890
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The Overview

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking Aviation Operations Specialists to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team.  In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of daily flying operations, maintaining mission planning systems, and ensuring the integrity of communications and data. You will work in a high-tempo environment, providing the essential groundcrew mission support required to ensure the fleet meets its operational objectives.

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.

What you'll get to do

• Operational Support: Support and execute Apache daily flying operations within the Regiment's Operations Centre.
• Command & Control: Execute Command, Control, and Communications (C3) protocols for the fleet to ensure continuous operational connectivity.
• Mission Systems Execution: Manage mission planning system capabilities, including the technical processing of data uploads, downloads, and storage.
• Watch Keeping: Perform Watch keeper duties for flying operations as per the roster.
• Security Management: Assist in the management of Communications Security (COMSEC) accounts and protocols.
• Data Administration: Input flying hour allocations and flying plans accurately into the Patriot Excalibur (PEX) database.
• Operational Conduct: Assist in the seamless running and conduct of daily flying operations.

Who we're looking for

• Defence GCMS or Aviation Operations Specialist (AOS) training
• Minimum 5 years Aviation experience in operational support of aircraft
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high tempo environment
• Meet Defence security and ITAR requirements

Security requirement

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

Location

• Based onsite at Hamel Lines in Townsville, QLD.  Hybrid work options available

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.