Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics

Oakey, Queensland

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Job ID BOE-1886479 Date posted 09/22/2025 Location Oakey, 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:	Oakey
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1886479
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About us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Defence Aviation Industry.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination, innovation and excellence.

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

The Opportunity

We are seeking competent, qualified, experienced and motivated team members for our open Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics positions withBDAs Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team. As our newest team member, you will be supporting, the CH-47F (Chinook) Maintenance and Logistics Support Program located at the Army Aviation Centre Oakey, Queensland with the Republic of Singapore Air Force.

All candidates will be assessed for their relevant qualifications and experience. Equally important, candidates will be assessed on their cultural fit and their alignment with Boeing values.

Persons applying for this role may also be required to work day shift, afternoon shift and night shift hours during the week.

Away from Home Location Work is required: Successful applicants will be required to travel and work away from their designated work location for a period of up to 12 consecutive weeks between August and November each year. This provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a different environment with our customer while fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We are looking for candidates who are adaptable, flexible, and eager to embrace this aspect of the position.

Responsibilities

Support the MRO team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks to achieve successful production of serviceable aircraft whilst ensuring compliance to DASR Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE).
Liaising with Boeing, customer and other industry teams in maintenance operations in support of the customer with a high level of verbal and written communications skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Adhere to aviation Quality Assurance (QA) procedures, aircraft maintenance / modification operating procedures and documentation.
A positive attitude to Environmental Health & Safety (ISO14001 principles) in the workplace.

Experience/Qualifications:

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
- Hold a DASR Part 66 Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence or the ability to obtain. Onsite CH-47F (SG) Type training is available to successful candidates that require it.
  - Be able to demonstrated a sound knowledge of Aviation Quality Assurance (QA) procedures and the EASA/CASA/DASR regulatory framework.
  - Working knowledge of a computer-based maintenance management system.
  - Be an Australian Citizen to meet Project and Defence security requirements
  - Hold a C class drivers license.

Desirable:

Previous experience in a Defence Military Aerospace environment on CH-47F (SG) or CH-47F.
Previous experience using paper-based aircraft maintenance documentation (AMD)

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a Government security clearance (Baseline) sponsored by BDA. Therefore, you must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and must have the ability to verify your background for whole of life i.e. birth to present time. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Culture at Boeing:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. Boeing celebrates diversity by celebrating First Nations, Veterans and Women as part of our action plan for an inclusive workforce.

What we offer:

Competitive remuneration package under BDA's Enterprise Agreement
Career Development support including generous study assistance and education options
Global Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
Paid Parental Leave, Defence Reservist Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave and First Nation Cultural Leave
Join social and community groups and explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click 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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