Location:	Oakey
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Temporary
Job Reference:	BOE/1950466O
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Boeing Defence Australia

Web-Based Data Capturing Software Manager

eJournal Technical Lead

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and tech-savvy? Boeing Defence Australia is seeking applications for the role of eJournal Technical Lead. Whether you're an experienced professional, recent graduate, or considering a career change, we welcome your application. This exciting position is available from January 2027.

About the Role

As the eJournal Technical Lead, you will drive the development, delivery, continuous improvement and lifecycle management of the eJournal system. This leadership role includes coordinating and prioritising related tasks across the team. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) eJournal system, Defence aviation technical training and Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR).

About Boeing Defence Australia (BDA)

In partnership with the Commonwealth of Australia, BDA provides aircraft maintenance, upgrades, technical support and mission-critical infrastructure. We deliver training on some of the world's most advanced surveillance, command, control and combat platforms.

The Opportunity

Join a collaborative, embedded workforce supporting training data/experience capturing requirements. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading responses to regulatory frameworks and stakeholder requirements to prioritise system changes, maintenance, innovation and training.
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to align system development with Army Aviation and broader Defence needs.
• The eJournal Technical Lead shall be responsive to the Army Aviation Training Centre, subject to any International Traffic in Arms or Intellectual Property constraints.

Location: Swartz Barracks, Oakey, QLD

To be considered, you will have:

• Practical experience and thorough knowledge of the eJournal system and its digital processes
• Familiarity with Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASRs)
• Proven ability to translate business needs into functional and technical requirements
• Experience managing web application development and deployment
• Skilled in planning and managing technical project deliverables
• Proficiency with MS Visual Studio 2017 or later
• Formal qualifications plus:
• Minimum 1 year experience (or 2 years demonstrated experience) in MS SQL Server 2008+ database administration and development
• Minimum 2 years experience (or 5 years demonstrated experience) building and maintaining ASP.NET MVC C# web applications using Visual Studio
• Minimum 1 year experience in HTML5 and java-script development.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience in Defence aviation training environments
• Resident of Southeast Queensland.

Desirable

• Experience developing quality management systems for software
• Leadership experience managing small technical teams
• Defence or Defence Industry background
• Knowledge and involvement with Competency Based Training and Assessment
• TAE16 or equivalent training and assessment qualifications.

Note: Australian citizenship and eligibility for Negative Vetting 1 security clearance are mandatory.

Why Work for Boeing Defence Australia?

BDA offers expertise, innovative processes and tools to support aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness programs. Our forward-looking Capability Plan ensures we meet evolving Defence customer needs in Australia and internationally.

We value your work-life balance: flexible work options, compressed work weeks and part-time arrangements may help you balance career and personal life.

Additional Benefits:

• Work on cutting-edge projects across multiple platforms
• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses
• Formal mentoring, training programs and continuous on-the-job learning
• Reward and recognition initiatives
• Discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Paid study, parental and Defence leave
• Salary packaging options
• Health and wellbeing programs include flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance
• Social, community, and networking groups.

BDA is strongly connected to the global Boeing community and encourages collaboration with international teams.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and veterans.