Posted: 16 June
The role
The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is one of the largest Defence companies in Australia, and is now seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to conduct Technical Maintenance (Avionics) Instructional activities for the Apache Helicopter Program. This position provides an introduction to Apache maintenance training, including initial aircraft type training, DASR qualification mapping, curriculum development, and train‐the‐trainer support throughout the acquisition and sustainment phases of the program.
The role is based at the Army Aviation Centre, Swartz Barracks Oakey, QLD, and offers generous, competitive pay with an additional reserve time allowance to help staff remain current in their specialisation.
We are seeking Aviation Maintenance (Avionics) Trades with experience in the following fields to complement our team
- B2 MAML Holders with at least 8 years aviation experience
- Understanding of Defence Aviation Maintenance Processes, Procedures and DASA regulations
- Supervisory experience maintaining Rotary Wing Aircraft Electrical, Avionics, Mission, COMMS, Radar, Armament and Self‐Protection Systems
- Experience in Helicopter squadron operations
- Competent Aeroskills Instructor/Mentor with courseware development skills and experience
Responsibilities
- Potential requirement to travel internationally and domestically to support Apache training and acquisition activities
- Conduct Avionics Maintenance Training as the B2 Customer Technical Training Specialist for the Apache Program
- Support the gap analysis for Apache Aeroskills and Type Training Qualifications within the DASA regulatory framework
- Support the design of training and performance needs to meet maintenance training solutions for Boeing Defence Australia and Apache aircraft capability requirements
- Provide SME support to the development of Apache Training Courseware for Maintenance, Pilot and Mission Crew training materials in accordance with Boeing Defence Australia, customer and DASR requirements
- Conduct train‐the‐trainer and coach/mentor tasks for emerging Apache fleet maintenance support
- Conduct Apache courseware continuous improvement tasks, including pilot runs to validate effective delivery standards of new training materials, innovative processes, devices and synthetic training technologies
- Work collaboratively with Apache platform stakeholders and the Army customer
Experience/Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
- B2 MAML holder with a Rotary Category Aircraft Type Rating
- Minimum 8 years of Aviation Maintenance (B2) experience
- Avionics Aeroskills Theory Instructor or Practical Coach/Mentor supervisory experience
Desirable Requirements
- Certificate IV Training and Assessment (TAE 40116) or equivalent qualification (BDA will support the right individual to achieve or upgrade to this qualification)
- Experience with maintaining Rotary Wing Aircraft Electrical, Avionics, Mission, COMMS, Radar, Armament, Mission and Self‐Protection Systems
- Previous Rotary Wing experience as an instructor/coach/mentor/supervisor
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance after 1 year
- Generous Employee Incentive Program
- Global opportunities
- Support for Defence Reserve commitments
This position is eligible for a referral bonus for Boeing employees.
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