Job Description
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The Opportunity
Take the lead in sustaining Australia's frontline combat helicopter capability. Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an experienced Maintenance Operations Manager to join the AH-64E Apache sustainment and support team in Townsville. This is your chance to deliver mission‐critical maintenance leadership on a world‐class attack helicopter program that directly supports the Australian Defence Force.
Why this role excites
* Make an immediate operational impact by supporting an enduring sovereign combat capability that protects Australia's interests.
* Lead complex aircraft maintenance on the AH-64E Apache — precision strike, armed reconnaissance and close air support platforms.
* Work hands‐on with a multi‐disciplinary team across maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities.
* Drive professional growth through targeted training, career pathways and high‐readiness operational experience.
What you'll do
* Lead a multidisciplinary team of BDA employees and subcontractors delivering technical and logistics services to 1 Aviation Regiment (RAAF Base Townsville) and Army Aviation Training Centre.
* Manage relationships with Defence stakeholders and external agencies to ensure mission alignment.
* Oversee training, competency and regulatory compliance for the maintenance workforce in a Part 145 CoA environment.
* Plan and control maintenance, from operational sorties to light‐phase servicing and upgrades.
* Maintain governance, manage risk assessments for new equipment, and ensure all personnel are authorized and qualified for aircraft maintenance tasks.
About you
* Minimum 10 years' military or commercial aircraft maintenance experience.
* Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Avionics Engineering and/or Certificate IV in Aero Skills (Mechanical/Avionics) or equivalent experience.
* Strong knowledge of DASR regulations, CoA exposition requirements and maintenance best practice.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Experience with Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.
* Safety and Lead Auditor, or Aviation Safety Officer qualifications — desirable.
* Apache Type Maintenance Manager Course — CoA provided.
Security requirement
* Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Location
* Townsville, QLD.
Why Boeing
* Be part of a values‐driven team: Integrity, Safety, Quality, Customer Focus, Teamwork and Inclusion.
* Contribute to a high‐readiness capability in partnership with the Australian Army and industry.
* Access career development and build deep rotary‐wing expertise.
How to apply
* Click the application link, include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience, and attach a current CV with work history and qualifications.
Join us and play a pivotal role in sustaining a world‐class combat aviation capability — deliver operational readiness, advance sovereign capability, and shape the future of Boeing in Australia. Apply today.
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