Structural / Mechanical Technical Officer - Hats

Boeing Riv Site; Nowra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonuses

Paid leave entitlements

Discounted health insurance

Novated leasing

Salary sacrifice for super

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) seeks a Senior Technical Officer - Structural/Mechanical to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) in Nowra, NSW. You will help sustain the EC-135 helicopter fleet and support airworthiness for Australian Army and Navy pilots and aircrew.

Ideal candidates hold aviation engineering qualifications or equivalent experience, have aviation maintenance exposure, and are proficient with MS Office. Australian citizenship and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Aviation engineering or equivalent technical experience in a structural/mechanical discipline.
• Experience in an aviation maintenance environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support continuing airworthiness of the EC-135 helicopter fleet within the HATS program.
• Respond to technical queries from maintenance and support staff.
• Conduct technical analysis, flight safety reviews, investigations, and develop modifications and repairs.

Skills

Aviation engineering

Aviation maintenance

MS Office proficiency

Education

Certificate IV in Aviation

Job description

Structural / Mechanical Technical Officer - HATS - Nowra, NSW, AU

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 a Senior Technical Officer - Structural/Mechanical to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) Program based at HAMS Albatross, Nowra, NSW. In this role, you will provide sustainment engineering support to the EC-135 helicopter fleet, helping deliver the mission of training Australian Army and Navy pilots and aircrew. The successful candidate will ideally have knowledge and understanding of the Australian Defence Force rotary wing environment, structure, and capability.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Technical Officer - Structural/Mechanical, you will:

• Work in a collaborative, multi-disciplined team environment to support the continuing airworthiness of the HATS EC-135 helicopter fleet;
• Respond to technical queries raised by maintenance and support staff;
• Conduct technical analysis, flight safety reviews, investigations, and develop modifications and repairs related to aircraft structural, mechanical, and propulsion systems;
• Analyse structural and engine data in support of the structural integrity program;
• Interpret Technical Information (TI) and generate required engineering outputs;
• Conduct technical investigations;
• Assess and amend aviation publications and instructions;
• Generate and maintain solutions to ensure our fleet's airworthiness in the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment.

Experience / Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Qualifications in aviation engineering or equivalent technical experience in a Structural/Mechanical discipline (e.g. Cert IV in Aviation);
• Experience in an aviation maintenance environment;
• 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