Qualified Flying Instructor (B-Cat)

Boeing Company; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Lifestyle upgrade

Professional prestige

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia in Townsville, QLD, is seeking a Qualified Flying Instructor (Category B) to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment team. You will deliver AH-64E airborne, synthetic, and ground instruction to support pilot development and sustainment activities.

Expect to oversee flight operations, maintain currency and qualifications, and champion a strong safety culture while contributing to training innovations and multi-disciplinary team efforts.

Qualifications

• Must hold or have held AUS/UK/US AH-64E qualification.
• Holder of rotary wing QFI rating equivalent to ADF Category B with required flight hours.
• PID/command hours and instructional experience as specified.

Responsibilities

• Deliver AH-64E airborne, synthetic, and ground instruction.
• Oversee AH-64E flying operations according to protocols.
• Maintain flying currency and qualifications per Army Aviation orders.
• Champion safety culture and secure work environment.
• Support training workflows and related admin tasks.
• Contribute to evolving training methodologies and team performance.

Skills

Flight instruction

Aviation safety

English proficiency

Education

AUS/UK/US AH-64E qualification

Rotary wing Instructor rating (ADF Category B QFI)

Job description

The OpportunityBoeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Qualified Flying Instructor (Category B) to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment team in Townsville, North Queensland. This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a foundational team bringing this latest Australian Defence Force (ADF) capability online.As a Qualified Flying Instructor at BDA, you set the standard for aviation excellence. We invite experienced professionals to deliver world-class instruction across all aspects of flight training-airborne, synthetic, and ground-upholding the benchmark of quality and safety.Why this is excitingContribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations.Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities with direct operational impact.What you'll get to doInstructional Delivery: Execute high-quality AH-64E airborne, synthetic, and ground-based instruction to support pilot development.Flight Operations: Oversee and conduct AH-64E general flying operations in accordance with established protocols.Compliance & Currency: Proactively maintain all flying currency and professional qualifications as mandated by Army Aviation Orders, Instructions and Publications.Safety Leadership: Champion a robust safety culture, promoting a secure and effective work environment for all team members.Operational Support: Manage associated instructional and administrative tasks to ensure seamless training workflows.Continuous Improvement: Actively contribute to the evolution of training methodologies and team performance.Who we're looking forEssential:Must currently hold or have held an AUS / UK / US military AH-64E qualification.Hold, or in the previous 3 years have held a rotary wing Instructor rating equivalent to ADF Category B QFI along with the following minimum experience:(i) at least 1,500 hours total turbine rotary wing flying experience, with at least 1,000 hours `Pilot in Command';(ii) at least 250 hours total AH-64E flying experience, with at least 100 hours `Pilot In Command', and(iii) at least 450 hours of instructional experience of which at least 300 hours is aircraft instructional.Military command Night Vision Device (NVD) qualification or civilian equivalent.Be fluent in spoken and written English.Ability to pass an ADF aviation medical, ideally without limitation.Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance (Non-Vetted Level 1).Desirable:Military Instrument Rating Assessor or civilian equivalent.Hold all qualifications as required by AAvnTC SOPs.Have previous instructional experience on synthetic devices.Have previous military flying instruction experience.Highly DesirableHold or have held an AUS / UK / US AH-64E V6 qualification.Security requirementAustralian applicants: Ability to obtain/maintain a Defence security clearance.Non-Australian applicants: A willingness to undertake Australian Citizenship and obtain/maintain Australian Defence security requirements.LocationTownsville, QLD.What's In It for You?Relocation Support: May be available to support your move to the beautiful coastal city of Townsville, QLD.Lifestyle Upgrade: Trade up for the tropical, outdoor-oriented lifestyle of North Queensland.Professional Prestige: Work at the forefront of Australian Defence capability with a world-class organisation that values Safety & Quality, Trust, People Focus, Ownership and Innovation.How to Apply:Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.Include a current CV that includes your work history and qualifications.Join us and help sustain a world-class combat aviation capability - deliver operational readiness, advance sovereign capability, and contribute to the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.