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. Boeing Defence Australia provides a range of modification, production, repair and continuing airworthiness services to support Defence's Boeing-managed aircraft fleets and complex communication systems. We work hand-in-hand with our customers to develop and deliver critical capabilities to support their mission now and into the future. 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. The opportunity We are seeking a talented Senior Technical Officer – Structural/Mechanical. If you are looking to join an exciting and dynamic team that provides sustainment engineering support to the EC-135 Helicopter fleet to achieve the mission of training pilots, aircrew and aviation warfare officers for the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army, we have a full-time employment opportunity available. The position is located in Nowra, on the beautiful South Coast of NSW. Responsibilities: * Working in a collaborative multi-disciplined team environment to support the continuing airworthiness of the HATS EC-35 helicopter fleet. * Responding to Technical Queries raised by maintenance and support staff; * Conducting technical analysis, flight safety reviews, investigations and develop modifications and repairs related to aircraft structural, mechanical and propulsion systems; * Analysing structural and engine data in support of the structural integrity program; * Interpreting Technical Information and generating requisite engineering outputs; * Assessing and amending aviation publications and instructions; and * Generating and maintaining solutions to ensure our fleets' airworthiness in the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment. Essential Criteria * Qualifications in engineering or equivalent technical experience in a Structural/Mechanical discipline. (e.g. Cert IV in Aviation) * Experience working in an aviation maintenance environment * Applicants must be Australian citizens to meet Defence security and trade controls requirements. * Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications. Desirable Criteria * Familiarity with engineering change processes. * Experience with electronic Maintenance Management Systems Culture We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. Benefits * Flexible working options * Study assistance * Salary packaging * Employee Incentive Program * Global opportunities How to apply View the full Position Description and apply now.