Apache Flight Operations Lead

Boeing Riv Site; Townsville City; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an Aviation Operations Supervisor to lead the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team from Hamel Lines, Townsville, QLD. You will oversee end-to-end daily flying operations, mission planning, data integrity, and security protocols in a high-tempo military environment.

You'll manage a team of specialists, ensure C3 I compliance, and drive training and readiness to support national defence and joint operations with a focus on safety and operational

Qualifications

• Defence GCMS or Aviation Operations Specialist (AOS) training.
• Minimum 5 years Aviation experience in operational support of aircraft.
• Meet Defence security and ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily Apache flying operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Manage Command, Control, and Communications (C3) protocols for the fleet.
• Supervise mission planning system capabilities and secure data handling.
• Oversee input of flying hour allocations and flying plans into the Patriot Excalibur (PEX) database.
• Perform and supervise Watch Keeper duties per roster.
• Lead for Communications Security (COMSEC) account management and security compliance.
• Direct and mentor Aviation Operations/Groundcrew Mission Support Specialists.

Skills

Aviation operations

Leadership

C3I oversight

Education

Aviation Operations Specialist training

Tools

PEX database

Job description

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an Aviation Operations Supervisor to lead the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team from Hamel Lines, Townsville, QLD. You will oversee end-to-end daily flying operations, mission planning, data integrity, and security protocols in a high-tempo military environment.

You'll manage a team of specialists, ensure C3 I compliance, and drive training and readiness to support national defence and joint operations with a focus on safety and operational