Aircraft Maintenance Engineers - Mechanical

Boeing; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible Paid Parental leave

Career development support

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) invites skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join the CH-47F (Chinook) Maintenance and Logistics Support Program at Oakey, Queensland. You will perform hands‑on maintenance, modifications, servicing, inspections and fault‑finding on aircraft systems in a demanding, safety‑critical environment.

Applicants must hold Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical), be an Australian citizen, and possess a current driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Certification in Aeroskills (Mechanical) required.
• Australian citizenship required to meet Defence security requirements.
• Current driver’s licence required.
• CASA or DASA licence desirable.
• Experience with Military aircraft desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, servicing and fault‑finding on aircraft systems.
• Collaborate with MRO team to ensure efficient task completion.
• Ensure QA procedures and documentation comply with MOE requirements.
• Maintain meticulous records and conform to environmental health and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with Boeing, customers and industry teams.

Skills

Maintenance

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)

Australian citizenship

Current driver’s licence

CASA or DASA Licence desirable

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location: Oakey

Category: Trade / Operations

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1893346O

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The Opportunity

We're looking for skilled, driven individuals to join the CH-47F (Chinook) Maintenance and Logistics Support Program located at the Army Aviation Centre Oakey, Queensland with the Republic of Singapore Air Force. As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you'll be hands‑on with maintenance, modifications, servicing, inspections, testing and fault‑finding on aircraft systems. You will:

• Collaborating with the MRO team to ensure efficient task completion,
• Ensuring compliance within the DASR Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) regulations.
• Fostering effective communication and coordination with Boeing, customers, and industry teams
• Ensuring Quality Assurance (QA) procedures, aircraft maintenance/modification operating procedures, and meticulous documentation practices.
• Embrace a positive attitude towards Environmental Health & Safety, prioritizing the well‑being of all personnel.

What You Will Bring To BDA

As an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will have:

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)
• Be an Australian Citizen to meet Defence security requirements
• Hold a current driver's licence.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with Military aircraft.
• Hold a CASA or DASA Maintenance Licence

This role may require travel and periods working away from home. It's a great chance to immerse yourself in a different environment with our customer while carrying out the duties of the role.

What's In It For You

• Competitive remuneration package under BDA's Enterprise Agreement
• Access to extensive savings and cashback offers from over 350 retailers including Coles and Woolworths through the Boeing Discount program.
• Relocation assistance options, where required
• Flexible Paid Parental leave with options up to 32 weeks
• 2 weeks paid Defence Reservist Leave,
• Various other leave option including - Purchased leave, Cultural Leave, Volunteer leave and Study leave.
• Career Development support including study assistance, digital learning, mentoring circles and leadership program
• Health and Wellbeing programs including access to discounted health insurance.

About Us

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Don't miss this chance to advance your career — join us and help shape Australia's aerospace future.

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a Government security clearance ( Baseline) 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.