Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical

Boeing Riv Site; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal reward and recognition program

Discounted health insurance, travel, &

Accommodation

Paid study leave

Defence leave

First Nation Cultural Leave

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) to support the MQ-28 Ghost Bat program in Australia. The role requires an Australian citizen able to obtain NV1 clearance and a C class driver's license, plus strong communication with stakeholders and solid maintenance knowledge.

Desirable backgrounds include military aircraft experience, CASA/DASA licenses, and familiarity with safety procedures and maintenance management systems.

Qualifications

• Australian citizen required to be eligible for NV1 Defence security clearance or the ability to obtain.
• Demonstrate understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures and regulations.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Desirable: prior experience with military aircraft is advantageous.
• Desirable: CASA or DASA Maintenance License or the ability to obtain.
• Desirable: knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety procedures.
• Desirable: familiarity with computer-based maintenance management systems.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance procedures

Communication skills

C class driver's license

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills ( Mechanical )

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical

The Opportunity Join our team at BDA's Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services Capability as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) on the MQ-28 Ghost Bat program. The MQ-28 Ghost Bat is an uncrewed teaming aircraft designed to be a force multiplier providing affordable, intelligent mass while reducing risk to existing crewed assets. The MQ-28 is the first aircraft conceived, designed and manufactured (outside the US for Boeing) in Australia in over 50 years.

What you will bring to BDA

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills ( Mechanical)
• Demonstrate an understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures and regulations.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen to be able to possess an Australian NV1 Defence security clearance or the ability to obtain.
• Hold a C class driver's license.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with various stakeholders.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with Military aircraft.
• Hold CASA or DASA Maintenance License or the ability to obtain.
• Be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety procedures.
• Have a working knowledge of computer-based maintenance management systems.

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a Government security clearance (Negative Vetting 1) sponsored by BDA. Therefore, you must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and must have the ability to verify your background for whole of life i.e. birth to present time. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As part of BDA, you will join innovative and ethical professionals who possess the critical skills required to develop and deliver world-class capabilities and systems that protect Australia and its national interests. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while working within a diverse team committed to excellence, innovation, and continual advancement.

Benefits

• Formal reward and recognition program
• Access to discounted health insurance, travel, and accommodation
• Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave, and First Nation Cultural Leave
• Opportunities to engage with social and community groups, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and STEM-focused initiatives

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and register your interest in working for Boeing,

We are also committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, and Defence Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.