Senior Aeronautical Engineer / Senior Aircraft Structural Engineer / Senior Technical Officer (Structures)

Amberley, Queensland

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Job ID BOE-1948544 Date posted 09/22/2026 Location Amberley, Queensland Company

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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.

Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1948544
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The Opportunity -

Boeing is looking for a F/A-18 Senior Aeronautical Engineer or Senior Technical Officer (Structures) to join the F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler team. We are seeking an experienced senior engineer/ senior technical officer to support the sustainment of aircraft structures. This role is pivotal in ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and performance of current and future platforms across their entire lifecycle.

This role is based at RAAF Base Amberley, Qld.

Responsibilities:

Conduct of engineering activities related to the support of F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft maintenance program
Undertake the development, validation, and review of structural designs, load assessments, and repair solutions in accordance with the approved Engineering Management System.
Perform structural study (static strength, durability/fatigue) to determine structural integrity, using classical techniques and Boeing tools.
Work towards gaining Engineering Authority and Delegations.
Embrace Boeing values and behaviors.
Be an exemplar of the BDA safety culture

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

Hold Tertiary qualifications or MAML in either Mechanical, Structural or Aerospace Engineering
Extensive experience in aircraft structural engineering, with proven expertise in both modification and sustainment or considerable experience in technical aircraft maintenance (preferably on F/A-18)
Knowledge of structural analysis techniques, repair development, and certification processes within the Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) environment or within the equivalent CASA, EASA or EMAR systems.
Experience in achieving results working within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively to a high standard within a multi-discipline team.

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.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, click on the link and Apply Now!

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.

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