(Urgent) Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

15 hours ago


Cairns, Australia The Boeing Company Full time

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.

Location: RAAF Base Amberley

Category: Trade / Operations

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1875260

Attachments: No File Attached

The Opportunity

Join our team at BDA's Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services Capability as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.

We're looking for skilled, driven individuals to join the ACEA (Air Combat Electronic Attack) program at RAAF Base Amberley, to help keep these aircraft mission ready. As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you will be hands‑on with maintenance, modifications, servicing, inspections, testing and fault‑finding on aircraft systems. You will:

- Collaborate with the MRO team to ensure efficient task completion

- Ensure compliance within the DASR Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) regulations

- Foster effective communication and coordination with Boeing, customers, and industry teams

- Ensure Quality Assurance (QA) procedures, aircraft maintenance/modification operating procedures, and meticulous documentation practices

- Embrace a positive attitude towards Environmental Health & Safety, prioritizing the well‑being of all personnel

What you will bring to BDA

As an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will have:

- Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Armament)

- Be an Australian Citizen to meet Defence security requirements

- Hold a current driver’s licence

Desirable

- Previous experience working with Military aircraft

- Hold a CASA or DASA Maintenance Licence

This role may require travel and periods working away from home. It's a great chance to immerse yourself in a different environment with our customer while carrying out the duties of the role.

What's in it for you

- Competitive remuneration package under BDA's Enterprise Agreement

- Access to extensive savings and cashback offers from over 350 retailers including Coles and Woolworths through the Boeing Discount program

- Relocation assistance options, where required

- Flexible Paid Parental leave with options up to 32 weeks

- 2 weeks paid Defence Reservist Leave

- Various other leave options including Purchased leave, Cultural Leave, Volunteer leave and Study leave

- Career Development support including study assistance, digital learning, mentoring circles and leadership program

- Health and Wellbeing programs including access to discounted health insurance

About us

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

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.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. People of all genders, First Nations, and former Defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

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.

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.

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