About the Position

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

Amberley, Queensland

Job ID BOE-1940333

Category: Trade / Operations

Post Date: серп.. 12, 2026

About the Role

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a motivated and career-focused Structures Aeroskills Apprentice to join our Maintenance Team at RAAF Base Amberley.

As an Aeroskills Apprentice, you will undertake structured workplace training and practical experience across a range of aircraft maintenance environments while completing the practical requirements of your apprenticeship.

You will be exposed to:

Scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
Aircraft inspections and servicing
Component removal, installation, and testing
Fault diagnosis and rectification
Technical documentation and maintenance recording
Airworthiness, safety, and quality management systems
Defence aviation maintenance practices
Team-based maintenance operations supporting aircraft availability and mission readiness.

Responsibilities

Work alongside experienced aviation maintenance professionals
Develop technical skills, discipline, and experience required for a long-term career in military aviation maintenance
Gain hands-on experience maintaining the Australian Defence Force's fleet of F/A-18F Super Hornet, C-17 Globemaster, and E-7 Wedgetail aircraft

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

Successfully completed the theory component of a Certificate IV in Aeroskills
Seeking to complete the workplace practical experience requirements associated with their qualification

Citizenship:

Be an Australian Citizen

Security Clearance:

Be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) Security Clearance (Boeing Defence Australia will sponsor the security clearance process for successful candidates.)

Skills Assessment:

Successfully complete the Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) Assessment as part of the recruitment process

Other Requirements:

Meet Defence access requirements
Successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements
Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism
Be willing to work within a highly regulated aviation maintenance environment

Nice to Have

Previous aviation industry experience

We Offer

Competitive remuneration
Structured development opportunities
Access to one of Australia's leading aerospace and defence employers
Opportunity to work on World-Class Aircraft
Learn from industry experts in an environment focused on technical excellence, safety, and continuous development
Build a long-term career in defence aviation, aerospace, and aircraft sustainment

About the Company

At Boeing Defence Australia, we know that great teams are built from diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We encourage applications from women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, school leavers, mature-age candidates, and people from all communities. If you have the passion, commitment, and capability to succeed, we want to hear from you.

Ready to Move From Theory to Aircraft?

If you've completed your Certificate IV Aeroskills theory training and are looking for an opportunity to develop your practical skills on one of Australia's premier military aviation programs, this is your chance.

Apply now and start your aviation career where capability, technology, and opportunity come together.

Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

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