Aerospace Mechanical and Structures Engineers (Brisbane) (Rolling Intake)

About the organisation

Boeing Defence Australia's Aerospace Engineering & Production Capability 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.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a Graduate Mechanical & Structures Engineer to support the Aerospace Engineering and Production (AEP) Capability.

As a member of the engineering team, you will be responsible for undertaking and developing your core knowledge about Aircraft Mechanical systems.  Graduate Mechanical Engineering roles will join teams that work on cutting edge aviation platforms such as the Super Hornet and Growler, Wedgetail, Airpower Teaming System, C-17, EC-135 or the P-8 Poseidon, supported by Boeing Defence Australia.

These roles are based at RAAF Amberley, RAAF Williamtown, Brisbane and Adelaide.

As a Graduate Engineer you will:

• Be responsible for the successful integration of modifications and new payloads into the mechanical and structural subsystems of existing aircraft.
• Provide in service support in the fields of Aeronautics, Mechanical and Structural systems on current operating platforms.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of Type Certification Programs, to successfully maintain the Type Certification of current operating platforms.
• Perform and review engineering activities including project management, supplier technical coordination, design development and engineering investigation.
• Review engineering drawings and parts lists.
• Prepare engineering documentation such as repair instructions, design deviations and engineering advice by interpreting repair manuals and design data.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and presentations to support design reviews.
• Work towards gaining Engineering Authority and Delegations on the platforms you will be supporting.

About you

• Have recently graduated (or about to graduate) with tertiary qualifications in one of the engineering disciplines, Aerospace or Mechanical.
• Have a GPA of 5.0 and above.
• Competent in the use of PC, MS Windows and MS Office suite.
• Ability to work successfully unsupervised and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and be capable of obtaining an NV1 Defence security clearance.

Please submit your CV together with a cover letter and your university transcript to be considered.

Boeing has implemented a new COVID-19 Vaccination Policy in Australia that requires all new staff to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID-19.

What's 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 Nation's Cultural Leave
• Salary packaging options available
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
• Join social and community groups
• 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.

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