Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (Mechanical) to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team.

Program overview

The AH-64E Apache program provides advanced attack helicopter capability to the Australian Defence Force, enabling precision strike, armed reconnaissance and close air support. This program sustains a critical combat capability, supports interoperability with coalition partners, and underpins Australia's land and joint operations.

Why this is exciting

Contribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations.

Work on complex aircraft systems.

Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities with direct operational impact.

What you'll get to do

Conduct aircraft and component maintenance within scope of authorisations

Ensuring do not proceed past inspection check points until inspected by supervisor.

Ensuring all activities including any ancillary tasks are completed for assigned tasks as required.

Accurate completion of technical documentation / reports.

Prioritising personal and subordinate work tasks and goals.

Signifies that work is completed to the specified requirements by stamping the appropriate documentation to this effect as authorised by the Responsible Manager and recorded in their Competency Log Book.

Assist the Team Leader in carrying out Workplace assessments in support of Team requirements.

Contributes to improvements in the performance of the team (and the organisation generally) by proposing solutions to problems and more effective methods of work.

Be an integral part of the Apache capability.

Who we're looking for

Certificate IV in Aero skills (Mechanical) or equivalent trade qualification.

Apache familiarisation course (CoA Provided).

Demonstrated ability to use initiative, prioritise and work to tight timeframes with limited supervision.

Demonstrated success in the development of effective working relationships within a complex organisational structure to meet team, business unit and organisational goals.

Be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of aviation Quality Assurance (QA) procedures, aircraft maintenance / modification operating procedures and documentation.

Be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures.

Demonstrated experience in using Technical Manuals / Publications in the repair of Aeronautical product and systems.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and technical directives.

Working at Heights qualification.

Security requirement

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

Townsville, QLD.

Boeing values that guide the work we do

Integrity - We are honest, transparent and accountable.

Safety - We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations.

Quality - We deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.

Customer focus - We aim to understand and exceed our customers' mission needs.

Teamwork & One Boeing - We collaborate across teams and partners to accomplish shared goals.

Inclusion & Respect - We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone can contribute.

Why join the AH-64E Apache Australia team

Support a critical, high-readiness combat aviation capability that protects Australia's interests and supports joint operations.

Gain experience and professional growth with access to targeted training and career development pathways.

Build deep rotary-wing expertise - and be part of a mission-focused team delivering operational outcomes in partnership with the Australian Army and industry.

How to Apply:

Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Include a current CV that includes your work history and qualifications.

Join us and help sustain a world-class combat aviation capability - deliver operational readiness, advance sovereign capability, and contribute to the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.