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Technical Maintenance (Avionics) Instructor

Newcastle, New South Wales, AustraliaFull-time2d ago

About the Role

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA), one of the largest defence companies in Australia, is currently seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our team at RAAF Base Williamtown. We are recruiting for Technical Maintenance (Avionics) courseware development and instructional roles to support the Wedgetail E-7 Australian Program (Sustainment and Development), the UK AEW Mk1 Program, and E-7 Korea.

This role is critical in delivering instructor-led training and developing courseware materials to support both the sustainment and future training needs of the E-7 aircraft platform. We are looking for self-driven professionals with expertise in technical maintenance development and instruction.

We are actively recruiting Aviation Maintenance (Avionics) developers and instructors with experience in B737 Avionics Systems, and Instruction and Courseware Development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver all E-7 Aircraft Avionics Maintenance instructor training for ongoing sustainment activities, including train-the-trainer coaching and mentoring for emerging E-7 fleet support
  • Analyse lesson frameworks and design maintenance training solutions to meet Boeing Defence Australia's E-7 Aircraft capability requirements; evaluate the effectiveness of training programs
  • Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for developing essential E-7 Aircraft courseware compliant with BDA and DASR regulations, covering Maintenance, Pilot and Mission Crew training materials
  • Lead continuous improvement of E-7 Aircraft courseware, develop and pilot new courses using innovative processes and technology, collaborating closely with E-7 platform stakeholders

Essential Requirements

  • Certificate IV in Aeroskills Avionics (MEA40618) or equivalent qualification
  • Experience as B737, AME, LAME or MAML holder
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Avionics Aircraft Maintenance
  • Ability to hold Security clearance Negative Vetting Level 1 (NVET1)
  • Experience with DASR Part 66 and Part 147 compliance activities
  • Australian citizenship to meet Defence security requirements

Desirable

  • Previous instructor experience (BDA will support the right candidate to obtain this qualification)
  • Diploma in Training Design and Development (TAE 50122) or equivalent
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40122) or equivalent
  • Existing Security Clearance NVET1
  • Experience with E-7 Wedgetail or B737NG holding a B2 MAML or equivalent

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and additional reserve time allowance to help maintain currency and expertise
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Study assistance after one year
  • Employee Incentive Program
  • Global career opportunities
  • Support for Defence Reserve commitments
  • Opportunities to support AEW&C deployments both within Australia and internationally

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and veterans.