C-17A Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. Support the Mission of the Defence Force through your skills in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Structures.

BDA currently employs more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations, with a large range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The Opportunity

Become a part of our dynamic Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland.

This role presents a unique opportunity to join a highly professional team while working on advanced military airlift capabilities such as the prestigious C-17A Globemaster, in support of the Royal Australian Air Force.

Your Role

• Structures aircraft and component servicing.
• Provide direction and supervision as necessary.
• Undertake structures Quality Inspection activities.
• Ensuring all maintenance tasks carried out are IAW the applicable Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) and certified in the maintenance documentation.
• Promoting a safe and healthy work environment by ensuring compliance with EH&S policies and procedures.
• Liaise with 21J Design Organisation and Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation in relation to repair design and incorporation.
• Be flexible for dayshift, nightshift and weekend rosters in rotation with other section members.

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures).
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.
• Hold or be able to obtain a Defence Security Clearance of Negative Vetting 1.
• Meet the security requirements of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures.
• Hold a C class driver's licence.

Desirable

• Elevated Work Platform TLILIC2005A or equivalent.
• Work Safely at Heights RIIOHS204A or equivalent.
• Composite repair training IAW DASR 145.A.30(f) AMC1 — Composite Specialist Course (216309) or equivalent Adhesive Bonding Techniques (112570).
• Composite and Bonding recertification — currency within the last 3 years (36 months).
• Confined Space training.

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a government security clearance (NV1) sponsored by BDA, and must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and verify your background for your whole life. More information is available on the AGSVA website (www.agsva.gov.au).

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant and inclusive culture; BDA proudly supports Veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
• Educational assistance to support professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program and complimentary annual flu vaccination.
• Discounts on health insurance, travel, and accommodation.
• Comprehensive leave policies including Paid Parental Leave, Defence Reservist Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, and First Nations Cultural Leave.
• Social and community groups, including initiatives supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs in STEM.