Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

1 week ago

Lockyer Valley, Australia Boeing Defence Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Today, Boeing Defence Australia does what no other Australian defence company does; offer our customers the complete lifecycle of defence platforms.

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 E-7A Wedgetail program, to help keep these aircraft mission ready.  As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you'll be hands‑on with maintenance, modifications, servicing, inspections, testing and fault‑finding on aircraft systems. You will:

  • Collaborating with the MRO team to ensure efficient task completion,
  • Ensuring compliance within the DASR Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) regulations.
  • Fostering effective communication and coordination with Boeing, customers, and industry teams
  • Ensuring 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 (Mechanical)
  • 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 option 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.

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.

Don't miss this chance to advance your career — join us and help shape Australia's aerospace future.

About us

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.

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.

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