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Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Trade / Operations
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1844115
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The Opportunity
Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team are looking for the next generation of Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineersto start their career in aviation. As our newest Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer,you will be responsible for gaining skills and experience in maintenance and modification of the various Mechanical, Avionics or Structures systems and associated equipment, in support of attainment of an Aeroskills Certificate IV as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Mechanical, Avionics or Structures.
We have opportunities supporting the following BDA Programs:
- Super Hornet and Growler program for the Royal Australian Air Force, Amberley QLD
NOTE:Applicants are to indicate in their Cover Letter which trade stream they are applying for.
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
- Modification 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 span 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.
- Mechanical, Avionics or Structural 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)
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 nations 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 span, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
Benefits
- Formal reward and recognition program
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
- Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation Cultural Leave
- Join social and community groups and explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.
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.
We are also committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and Defence Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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.
