Aviation Maintenance Technician MQ-28 Ghost Bat

The Boeing Company; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Defence leave

Paid study leave

Accommodation assistance

Cultural leave

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia at RAAF Base Amberley invites applications for the MQ-28 Aerospace Worker (AW2) role. This entry-level position offers a pathway into aviation maintenance within a dynamic Defence environment while contributing to the sustainment of Australia's newest airframe.

You'll gain hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, modification, and aviation support activities, including hazchem handling, ground support coordination, and compliance-focused tasks.

Qualifications

• Certificate II in Aeroskills/Aviation Trade required.
• Australian Citizens with Defence security requirements.
• Ability to obtain Australian Negative Vetting 1 clearance.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Physical fitness for indoor/outdoor duties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct aircraft pre- and post-flight inspections and servicing duties.
• Perform aircraft line maintenance servicing.
• Remove and install aircraft components.
• Prepare, inspect, and use aircraft and ground support equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, service, repair, and diagnose components and systems.
• Read, interpret, and apply maintenance procedures.
• Contribute to aviation safety and compliance activities, including hazard reporting.
• Assist with hazchem management per site procedures and regulations.
• Support tooling control, consumables management, and equipment prep.
• Receive mentoring from senior technicians.

Skills

English language proficiency

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate II Aeroskills / Aviation Trade

Cert IV Aeroskills/Aviation Trade (underpinning theory)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boeing Defence Australia at RAAF Base Amberley invites applications for the MQ-28 Aerospace Worker (AW2) role. This entry-level position offers a pathway into aviation maintenance within a dynamic Defence environment while contributing to the sustainment of Australia's newest airframe.

You'll gain hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, modification, and aviation support activities, including hazchem handling, ground support coordination, and compliance-focused tasks.