Helicopter Maintenance Test Pilot Instructor

About us
Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.
The Opportunity
We are now recruiting for the position of a Helicopter Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) to join with Boeing Defence Australia (BDA). This position will support Oakey based helicopter operations as an MTP.
Applicants will be required to conduct initial type training at Nowra for approximately 3 months before relocating on a permanent basis to Oakey.

**To be considered for the role you will**:

- Conduct ground and test flight schedules on the 135 based platform.
- Liaise with BDA maintenance and engineering teams for coordination of aircraft support efforts.
- Act as the lead BDA aircrew member at Oakey on behalf of the Training Manager and Senior Instructor (TMSI) located at the Nowra based Helicopter Aircrew Training System.
- Liaise and coordinate with the Nowra based HATS Chief Pilot (CP) in all activities supporting aircraft serviceability efforts.
- Update Aircraft records.
- Maintain aircrew qualifications and currency requirements in accordance with Army Aviation (and School of Army Aviation) Standing Instructions.
- Support Deep Maintenance and test flight schedules of the 135 platform between servicing locations.
- Support recovery operations on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia.
- Coordinate with the BDA Aircrew Capability Manager for matters relating to work patterns and requirements.
- Participate in external evaluations (including safety related investigations).
- Assist the HATS Program Manager, TMSI and CP as required for BDA related activities
- Comply with the WHS-related JHS OIP to ensure a safe workplace
- Be aware of, and demonstrate a commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace

Experience/Qualifications

**Essential Criteria**:

- Current CASA Class 1 Medical and ability to maintain the requirements of this medical certificate
- CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter)
- Hold, or have held, a recognised Maintenance Test Pilot endorsement within the ADF Flight Management System
- Must have clear and effective English written and verbal communication skills
- Must have current Competency Standard HLTAID003 - Provide first aid
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team
- Demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with co-workers, maintaining productive working relationships to meet team, business unit and organisational goals
- Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures
- Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office skills
- Be able to obtain and maintain a baseline Defence security clearance

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Military flying instructional experience (Category C QFI or higher)
- CASA Command Instrument Rating (Helicopter), or military equivalent
- CASA Night Visual Flight Rules Rating, or military equivalent
- CASA Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) rating, or military equivalent
- Experience working within Australian Army Aviation
- Experience working as a contractor in support of Defence efforts
- Experience in a safety management role
- Experience working in a contractor environment (directly with customer)
- Previous EC135 type experience

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
Physical Requirements
Boeing Defence Australia specific site positions will have physical requirements which are applicable. Physical requirements are outlined by the recruitment manager in consultation with the Environment Health & Safety Department. A formal assessment of the physical requirements will need to be completed through the Environment Health & Safety Department for specific roles which would then reflect into the position description.
What's on offer?
Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

**Other benefits**:

- Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
- Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
- Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
- Formal reward and recognition program.
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
- Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
- Salary packaging options available.
- Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
- Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.