Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1891494
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The opportunity

We are seeking a talented Engineering Manager – E-7 Airborne Mission Segment (AMS) Sustainment to support a world class airborne surveillance, communications and battle management system, the E-7A Wedgetail. The role is based in Amberley.

If youre ready to make a meaningful impact on Australian defense by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimise aircraft availability or if youre sick of being confined to a desk behind a screen, crunching data and drafting PowerPoints, then get ready – this could be your next gig!

We are on the lookout for a go-getter who thrives in dynamic environments, isnt afraid to be around aircraft, and loves engaging with people! In this role, you will work directly alongside our aircraft, maintenance leaders, and engineering technical experts to streamline engineering execution in support of our maintenance operations.

Travel opportunities also await you! With travel to visit our engineering teams in both WLM and ADL. If youre ready to join a motivated team striving to become sustainment legends, dont hesitate—get your application in today!

Responsibilities:

• Assume the role of Responsible Accountable Authority (RAA) for the collective success of Sustainment Deeper Maintenance Engineering Support and Execution.
• Lead the delivery of assigned scope elements, ensuring oversight of cost impacts, schedule adherence, safety, security, and quality accountability.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the scope, team requirements, and necessary skills to achieve project objectives, collaborating with relevant domains to ensure these needs are met.
• Facilitate integration with Maintenance, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Development program teams to ensure aligned planning and execution of deeper maintenance servicings.
• Promote continuous improvement through effective engineering communications aimed at reducing deeper maintenance timeframes, thereby optimizing aircraft availability.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in engineering practices, execution methodologies, and operational workflows.

Experience/Qualifications

• Formal Engineering Qualifications
• 5+ years of proven aerospace engineering experience
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of Australian aerospace by delivering some of the nations most important capabilities to the Australian Defence Force.

BDA currently employs more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

Whats on offer?

We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behaviour and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself. This will see you thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focused on your personal development through formal and informal learning.

We value 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. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.

Other benefits

• Work on cutting edge projects;
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus;
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning;
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation;
• Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nations Cultural Leave;
• Salary packaging options available;
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program;
• Join social and community groups; and
• We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.

Boeing Defence Australia works with strong links to our global Boeing community and encourage collaboration with our USA and international counterparts. Boeing aims to build and strengthen meaningful relationships with individuals, communities and suppliers to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with the support of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

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.

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