Armament and Life Support Engineering Team Lead

Boeing Defence Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Paid leave entitlements

Discounted health insurance, travel &

Novated leasing & salary sacrifice

Mentorship & career development

Recognition program

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an Armament and Life Support Engineering Team Lead for the P-8A Poseidon program at RAAF Base Edinburgh. You will lead teams responsible for design, maintenance, and repair of weapon systems for the Australian Defence Force, applying rigorous engineering principles and decisive leadership.

The role requires a Mechanical/Aerospace engineering degree, 7–12 years in Armament or Life Support, and experience in regulated aviation environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering from a nationally accredited program.
• 7–12 years of experience in Armament or Life Support Systems or related engineering support.
• Experience in regulated aviation environments (DASR, CASA, FAA, EASA).
• Strong analytical skills with data collection, organisation and conclusions.
• Proven leadership and strong communication in multi-discipline teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and task engineering personnel in maintenance, troubleshooting, and design.
• Monitor and manage Armament and Life Support systems for safety and reliability.
• Improve data collection, assessment and reporting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for explosive ordnance and emergency systems.
• Oversee development of engineering reports and provide technical recommendations.
• Provide input on Armament and Life Support system findings and decisions.
• Own projects to meet customer, stakeholder, and regulatory timeframes.
• Communicate with stakeholders and present updates and findings.
• Foster collaboration by sharing knowledge and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Aerospace)

RPEQ/CPEng desirable

Job description

Armament and Life Support Engineering Team Lead

BDA is seeking an Armament and Life Support Engineering Team Lead to join the P-8A Poseidon team at RAAF Base Edinburgh. In this role, you will apply sound engineering principles and strong decision-making to lead teams responsible for the design, maintenance, and repair of weapon systems for the Australian Defence Force.

Responsibilities:

As an Armament and Life Support Team Lead within BDA, you will

• Lead, mento, and task engineering personnel in maintenance, troubleshooting, and design.
• Monitor and manage the Armament and Life Support systems to ensure aircraft are safe and reliable throughout their service life.
• Implement and continuously improve procedures for data collection, assessment, and reporting.
• Ensure all work complies with strict regulatory requirements, particularly for explosive ordnance and emergency systems.
• Oversee and approve the development of engineering reports and documentation to provide analysis findings and present technical recommendations.
• Provide technical input and review of engineering decisions regarding Armament and Life Support System findings and efforts.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring they are completed to meet customer, stakeholder, and regulatory requirements and timeframes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide routine updates and presentations.
• Foster a collaborative environment by sharing technical knowledge and best practices with team members.

Experience/Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar) from nationally accredited program. (RPEQ &/or CPEng desirable).
• 7-12 years of experience in Armament, or Life Support Systems, aircraft repairs, analysis, or engineering support to in-service aircraft operations.
• Previous experience in developing engineering artefacts within a regulated aviation environment such as the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment or similar (CASA, FAA, EASA, etc.).
• Possess strong analytical skills, including the ability to collect, organise, and analyse data to develop conclusions and recommendations.
• Strong leadership, and well-developed communication skills to work collaboratively to a high standard within a multi-discipline team. A proactive mindset with a strong desire to take initiative and drive results.

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.

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses
• Access various 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 both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design 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-defencepersonnel are encouraged to apply.

For more information about BoeingDefenceAustralia including our values andbehaviorssee our new website https://www.boeing.com.au/about-boeing-in-australia/subsidiaries/boeing-defence-australia