Aircraft Maintenance Program Coordinator - HATS

Boeing; Oakey; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Bonuses

Leave entitlements

Discounts on health insurance, travel,

Retail savings

Fitness Passport

Career mentorship

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Program Coordinator to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program. You will provide sustainment engineering support to the EC-135 helicopter fleet, enabling training for the Royal Australian Navy and Army pilots and aircrew.

Based at Oakey or alternative sites, the role focuses on AMP updates, OEM change incorporation, and close collaboration with the maintenance workforce to improve processes in a fast, regulated

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance planning, reliability, or Maintenance Management Systems, preferably within an aviation environment.
• Strong computer literacy, including experience with Maintenance Management Systems and the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Well‑developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive problem‑solving mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Sustain safe, high‑tempo flight operations by incorporating OEM updates into the electronic Maintenance Management System, including coordinating supply and tooling variations to support policy changes.
• Implement Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) updates in the electronic Maintenance Management System.
• Notify and liaise with the Boeing maintenance workforce to communicate the impacts of changes.
• Extract data from, and audit/review, the electronic Maintenance Management System against authorised maintenance data.
• Work closely with the maintenance planning team to develop best‑practice processes for efficient maintenance performance.
• Collate and process suggested improvements to maintenance requirements.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Reliability

Maintenance Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

MS Office

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: Engineering / Technical

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1921715A

About the role

Boeing Defence Australia is delivering critical defence capability across Australia and New Zealand through innovative engineering and trusted technical support.

Boeing's Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) is a world‑leading training program preparing the Australian Defence Force's next generation of helicopter aircrew for future combat and humanitarian missions.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Program Coordinator to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) Program. In this role, you will provide sustainment engineering support to the EC-135 helicopter fleet, helping enable the training of pilots, aircrew, and aviation warfare officers for the Royal Australian Navy and the Australian Army. Experience or familiarity with the ADF rotary wing operating environment and capability is highly desirable.

• This position can be based at HMAS Albatross, Nowra, NSW or Swartz Barracks, Oakey, QLD.

Responsibilities

• Sustain safe, high‑tempo flight operations by incorporating OEM updates into the electronic Maintenance Management System, including coordinating supply and tooling variations to support policy changes.
• Implement Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) updates in the electronic Maintenance Management System.
• Notify and liaise with the Boeing maintenance workforce to communicate the impacts of changes.
• Extract data from, and audit/review, the electronic Maintenance Management System against authorised maintenance data.
• Work closely with the maintenance planning team to develop best‑practice processes for efficient maintenance performance.
• Collate and process suggested improvements to maintenance requirements.

Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance planning, reliability, or Maintenance Management Systems, preferably within an aviation environment.
• Strong computer literacy, including experience with Maintenance Management Systems and the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Well‑developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive problem‑solving mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens to meet Defence security requirements and must be willing to undergo the standard government vetting process, including a full life background check. BDA will sponsor and support the required clearance process.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.
• Leave Support: Access a range of paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs.
• Financial Discounts: Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport.
• Financial Benefits: Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation.
• Career Development: Receive informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and support promotional pathways.
• Recognition Program: Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme.

About the company

With more than 4,500 team members across Boeing Australia, BDA plays a critical role in supporting Australia's security and strengthening its partnership with the ADF through advanced systems integration and defence capability. Our people are central to this success, with their commitment to local partnerships and community engagement reinforcing BDA's reputation as a trusted and valued contributor.

We empower all voices and embrace change, so help us be part of that change and better the future of the nation. Turn a challenge into an opportunity for tomorrow.

We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent, and ex‑defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

For more information about Boeing Defence Australia, including our values and behaviours, see our new website: https://www.boeing.com.au/about-boeing-in-australia/subsidiaries/boeing-defence-australia

Applications close at 5:00pm AEST on Friday, 28th August 2026

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.