Avionics Technical Officer / Avionics Engineer

Boeing; Nowra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leave entitlements

Discounts on health, travel & retail

Novated leasing options

Mentorship & career development

Recognition program

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia seeks an Avionics Technical Officer / Avionics Engineer to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program based at Nowra, NSW. You will provide design engineering support to the EC-135 helicopter fleet supporting aircrew training for the Australian Army and Navy.

The role requires knowledge of the rotary wing environment, strong collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and proven experience in aviation design/certification.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Avionics or Electrical engineering, or equivalent technical experience in an Avionics discipline.
• Experience in aviation design and/or certification environment.
• Australian citizenship to meet Defence security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team to support initial airworthiness for the HATS EC-135 fleet.
• Develop and review engineering design changes and data updates.
• Manage configuration and change control for engineering change proposals.
• Support type investigations, classification, and certification activities.
• Develop and review certification plans, basis, and demonstrations.
• Review repair designs, including non-standard damage assessments.
• Manage design assurance processes and product configuration records.
• Identify and manage equipment requirements.
• Support testing, verification, and airworthiness demonstrations; prepare documentation for military permits to fly.

Skills

Avionics

Electrical engineering

MS Office

Education

Electrical/Avionics engineering degree

Cert IV in Aviation

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.

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: Nowra

Category: Engineering / Technical

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1944792A

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About The Role

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) provides aircraft maintenance and upgrades, component maintenance solutions, technical support, mission-critical infrastructure support and training on some of the most capable surveillance, command, control, and combat platforms in the world for the Australian Defence Force.

We are seeking an Avionics Technical Officer / Avionics Engineer to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) Program based at HAMS Albatross, Nowra, NSW. In this role, you will provide design engineering support to the EC-135 helicopter fleet in support of the mission to train Australian Army and Navy pilots and aircrew.

The successful candidate will ideally possess knowledge and understanding of the Australian Defence Force rotary wing environment, structure, and capability.

Responsibilities

• Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplined team environment to support the initial airworthiness requirements of the HATS EC-135 helicopter fleet;
• Develop and review engineering design changes and technical data updates;
• Manage configuration and change control for engineering change proposals;
• Support type investigation, classification, and certification activities;
• Develop and review certification plans, certification basis, and compliance demonstrations;
• Develop and review repair designs, including non-standard and unrepaired damage assessments;
• Manage design assurance processes, including engineering approvals and product configuration records;
• Identify and manage specific equipment requirements;
• Support testing, verification, and airworthiness compliance demonstrations; and
• Prepare and review documentation for non-standard operations, including military permits to fly and flight restrictions.

Experience/Qualifications

• Qualifications in Avionics or Electrical engineering, or equivalent technical experience in an Avionics discipline (e.g. Cert IV in Aviation);
• Experience in an aviation design and/or certification environment;
• Australian citizenship, to meet Defence security and trade controls requirements;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications.

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
• 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-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Applications close at 5:00pm AEST on Friday, 25th September 2026

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

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.