Aerospace Assembly Technician — Precision & Robotics

Boeing; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking Assembly Operators to join the MQ‑28 Ghost Bat Production Facility at Wellcamp, Toowoomba, QLD. You will perform precision assembly, exploit automation equipment, and ensure quality and safety in a state-of-the-art defence environment.

This permanent role supports Australia’s defence manufacturing capabilities and offers development within a high‑visibility program. Applicants should have hands-on manufacturing experience and adapt well to evolving production

Qualifications

• Prior experience in production, aerospace or precision manufacturing is desirable.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools and common assembly equipment; riveting or composites experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow technical work instructions, drawings and safety procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to work on shift rosters as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly, fit-up, riveting, bonding and fastening of airframe structures and sub-assemblies.
• Work alongside advanced automation equipment, including robots and NC machines.
• Install and route wiring harnesses, avionics modules and mechanical systems per work instructions.
• Carry out first article builds, build sub-assemblies and conform to configuration control processes.
• Use jigs, fixtures and tooling safely and accurately; support tooling and continuous improvement.
• Conduct factory acceptance checks, functional tests and assist with production test activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and traceability in a regulated defence environment.
• Collaborate with engineers and the Quality team to resolve issues and improve manufacturing processes.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Assembly equipment

Reading drawings

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Robotics systems

NC machines

Jigs & fixtures

Job description

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking Assembly Operators to join the MQ‑28 Ghost Bat Production Facility at Wellcamp, Toowoomba, QLD. You will perform precision assembly, exploit automation equipment, and ensure quality and safety in a state-of-the-art defence environment.

This permanent role supports Australia’s defence manufacturing capabilities and offers development within a high‑visibility program. Applicants should have hands-on manufacturing experience and adapt well to evolving production