Principal Structures / Mechanical Engineer

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.

The Opportunity

BDA is looking for a Principal Structures / Mechanical Engineer to join the Office of Airworthiness team primarily supporting the E-7A Wedgetail platform. In this role your leadership and expertise will be utilised in the development, review, approval and certification of structural and mechanical artefacts in support of development and sustainment activities. As a member of the Office of Airworthiness, you will have the chance to engage with Boeing's broader certification and airworthiness community and opportunities to work across various Boeing programs, including the E-7A Wedgetail, P-8A Poseidon, CH-47 Chinook, F/A-18 Super Hornet and MQ-28 Ghost Bat.

This role can be undertaken in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Williamtown or Amberley.

As a Principal Structures / Mechanical Engineer within BDA, you will

• Provide engineering leadership for technical execution of 21J structural and mechanical activities for development and sustainment engineering including development, review and approval of design artefacts, repairs, technical safety and engineering in accordance with the approved BDA Engineering Management System.
• Collaborate across disciplines to achieve integrated solutions.
• Engage in customer interaction with opportunities to interact with stakeholders from the operator, contractors, DASA and aircraft OEM.
• Champion improvements in structural methods, standards, and tools, enhancing efficiency and technical excellence.
• Mentor and guide teams of engineers, fostering growth in technical expertise and engineering judgment.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in either Mechanical, Structural or Aerospace Engineering with experience working in airworthiness/certification and design of aircraft and their components/systems.
• Experience developing structural and mechanical modifications to primary structure, internal payloads, component qualification is highly regarded.
• Experience working within a civil or military design organisation (21J design organization or ODA).
• Capability to gain Engineering Designations on relevant platforms.
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) or eligibility to obtain.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

• Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
• Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
• Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
• Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

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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.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.