Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical
Oakey, Queensland Job ID BOE/1855557 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Apr. 14, 2025Job Description
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Boeing Defence Australia is seeking the next generation of Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineersto start their career in aviation as part of the CH-47F (Chinook) Maintenance and Logistics Support program in Australia. As our newest Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer,you will be responsible for gaining skills and experience in maintenance and modification of the various Avionics, Mechanical and Structures systems and associated equipment, in support of attainment of an Aeroskills Certificate IV as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical.
The program is located at the Army Aviation Training Centre Oakey, Queensland in support of The Republic of Singapore Air Forces local fleet detachment. Members of the established maintenance team may also be required to support deployed operations within Australia for periods of 4 to 12 weeks each year.
Your Day:
No two days are the same, but here is an example of what activities you can expect to undertake during your apprenticeship:
- Aircraft and servicing duties
- Removal and installation of aircraft components
- Disassembly and reassembly of aircraft components
- Preparation and use of aircraft support equipment
- Inspection, maintenance, servicing, repair and fault diagnosis of components and systems.
- Aircraft flight-line handling duties
In addition to the above, in order to successfully complete your apprenticeship, you will also be required to:
- Attend training with a Registered Training Organisation,
- Pass all examinations to the acceptable pass mark of the Registered Training Organisation,
- Maintain a detailed journal of experience to a standard acceptable to BDA and the Registered Training Organisation
Your checklist for success:
- Enthusiasm and passion to learn aircraft maintenance activities from experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers who will mentor and guide you from day one to completion of your Cert IV Aeroskills.
- Avionics, Mechanical and Structures aptitude with a willingness to learn
- Ability to successfully interact with mentors, co-workers and management to maintain productive working relationships to meet team, business unit, and organisational goals
- Have the self-discipline to maintain a current work journal
- Able to speak, read and write fluent English
The nice to haves:
- Competence with Microsoft office suite.
- Knowledge of aircraft operational procedures.
- Completion of theory of Cert IV in Aeroskills (desirable only)
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
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.
Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and Defence Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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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.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
- Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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