General Repair Technician

The Opportunity We hire people who thrive on solving problems and bring unique, creative solutions to solve our operating challenges. Our people are brilliant. Our culture is fantastic. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're passionate, focused and love what we do.
BDA is looking for a General Repair technician, to assist with ongoing maintenance and engineering support activities for ground-based mission systems and associated simulation laboratories. These systems and laboratories are utilised by engineers and program/product managers for developing and delivering world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. If you haven't considered a job with us, there has never been a better time to start.
The role is located in Newcastle NSW (RAAF Williamtown).

**Benefits**:

- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Networking and mentoring
- Discount program
- Training and career development

**Responsibilities**:

- Maintaining & Operating advanced Mission System Simulators & Lab equipment in a fast-paced environment
- Maintenance and Repair of Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) and Aircraft Identical Equipment (AIE) enterprise data and communications equipment.
- Troubleshooting to isolate faults and repair faulty devices.

Experience/Qualifications
- Minimum Certificate III in Electronics and Communications or related qualification and industry experience is essential.
- Exceptional analytical, complex problem solving and communication skills, together with your ability to build strong stakeholder relationships is essential.
- A National Restricted Electrical or Qualified Electrical Supervisor License, or the ability to obtain one is highly desirable.
- Experience and knowledge with E-7A Mission Systems is desirable.
- Networking, IT and Linux based systems knowledge is highly desirable.
- A current AGSVA NV1 security clearance is desirable (ability to obtain one is essential).

About you
- A self-starter with a “can-do” attitude
- Enjoy working in a diverse team
- Possess an aptitude for problem solving
- Have excellent time management skills as you will need to be able to prioritise workloads and shift focus as necessary
- Be able to work a rotating shift roster as required.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements, NV1 clearance is essential.
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.
As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
Boeing has implemented a new COVID-19 Vaccination Policy in Australia that requires all new Boeing Australia hires to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID-19, or have an approved medical exemption. This role is categorised as Group X under the Boeing Australia COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Controls Policy
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.