Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics

About the Position

Bring your ideas to life at Boeing Defence Australia. We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics to join our team at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. This role involves supporting the F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler platforms in a Modification and Deeper Level maintenance facility.

Responsibilities

As a BDA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Performing aircraft avionics and electrical inspections, repairs, testing, and troubleshooting
• Removing and replacing aircraft avionic components
• Conducting aircraft capability improvement and modification activities
• Interpreting engineering drawings, technical publications, and technical data
• Completing maintenance documentation and certification activities
• Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and airworthiness requirements

Requirements

Essential:

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
• Demonstrated experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics
• Experience performing aircraft avionics repairs in a regulated aviation environment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, repair instructions, and technical manuals
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
• High attention to detail and workmanship standards
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in deep maintenance, heavy maintenance, or depot-level maintenance environments
• Military Aviation Maintenance License (MAML)
• Experience working under DASR, CASA, or equivalent aviation regulatory frameworks

Security Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be Australian Citizens
• Be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance
• Successfully complete applicable pre-employment screening requirements

We Offer

• Meaningful Work: Support a capability that directly contributes to Australia's national defence.
• Technical Challenge: Work on complex aircraft avionic systems that require genuine trade expertise.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and opportunities to expand your technical capability and career pathway.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a team that values safety, craftsmanship, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Employment Conditions: Enjoy competitive remuneration, employee benefits, and career opportunities within one of Australia's leading aerospace organizations.

About the Company

At Boeing Defence Australia, we believe the best outcomes are achieved through diverse teams and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to creating an environment where every employee is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Apply Now

Join a team that keeps Australia's Super Hornets flying. This is an opportunity to apply your trade to some of the most advanced aircraft in service, develop specialist expertise, and become part of a team trusted to deliver aircraft to the flightline ready for the mission ahead.

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.