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Aircraft Structures Engineer

Amberley, Queensland Job ID BOE/1855145B Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Apr. 11, 2025
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1855145B
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The combat-proven Super Hornet delivers cutting-edge, next-generation, multi-role strike fighter capability. It is able to perform nearly every mission in the tactical spectrum, including air superiority, day/night strike with precision-guided weapons, fighter escort, close air support, suppression of enemy air defences, maritime strike, reconnaissance, forward air control and tanker missions.

Boeing's Air Combat Electronic Attack Sustainment Program (ACEASP) is seeking an Aircraft Structures Engineer to support the RAAF. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your engineering knowledge and work on cutting edge aviation platforms such as F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler.

This role is located at RAAF Base Amberley, Qld


As an Aircraft Structures Engineer you will:

  • Conduct continuing airworthiness management activities including response to customer inquiries, publication updates, non-conformances & failure investigation, and to show compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Develop repair/modification instructions for integration onto the existing aircraft in accordance with the approved Engineering Management System.
  • Performs basic and detailed structural study (static strength, durability/fatigue) to determine structural integrity, using classical techniques and Boeing tools.
  • Work towards gaining Engineering Authority and Delegations on the platforms you will be supporting.
  • Embrace our company's behaviors and values and willing to innovate.
  • Be an exemplar of the BDA safety culture
  • Contribute to continual improvement of business processes to support decision makers


To be considered for the role you will have:

  • Hold Tertiary qualifications in either Mechanical, Structural or Aerospace Engineering;
  • Have previous experience in aircraft structural design/repair methodologies, aircraft mechanical systems and aviation engineering processes.
  • Previous experience in developing engineering artefacts within the Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) environment or within the equivalent CASA, EASA or EMAR systems.
  • Motivated problem solver with good communication skills who has the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with Peers and Customers to deliver regulatory compliant solutions.
  • Desirable: Familiar with aviation regulatory frameworks with a good working knowledge of the Part 21, Part M (or 42) and Part 145 operations and their interactions.


Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.


What's on offer?

BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.

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 an inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you are ready to join an industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.


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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