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Senior Structures & Payloads Design Engineer

Adelaide, South Australia Job ID BOE-1929554A Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Jun. 15, 2026
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Job Description

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Location:
Adelaide
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1929554A
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The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented Structures & Payloads Design Engineer to support a world class airborne surveillance, communications and battle management system, the E-7A Wedgetail. This role involves collaborating as part of a multi-disciplinary design team to develop and deliver both major and minor capability upgrades, spanning from concept stage through to aircraft in service.

The role can be based in Brisbane, Williamtown, or Adelaide.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Work as a senior member with the team; leading, guiding and mentoring junior engineers.
  • Provide technical leadership in planning and execution of multiple projects, within the domain of aerospace mechanical/structural design.
  • Develop modification & installation designs for equipment in a mid-service life aircraft fleet. Produce engineering artefacts to define design definition, engineering analysis and justification, certification evidence, and modification instructions.
  • Performs basic and detailed structural analysis (static strength, durability/fatigue and damage tolerance) to determine structural integrity, using classical techniques and Boeing tools.

To be successful you will have expertise in some of the below:

  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
  • A Bachelor Engineering qualification in either Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical or a related tertiary Engineering degree qualification satisfying the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust).
  • 5+ years experience in aviation engineering activities including design development, engineering investigations and issuance of authorised documentation relating to aircraft structure, mechanical and subsystem designs, and
  • Previous experience in developing engineering artefacts within a regulated aviation environment such as, the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment or similar (CASA, FAA, EASA, etc.) is highly desired.

About us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of Australian aerospace by delivering some of the nation's 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.

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

  • 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; 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.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements. 

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.


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.

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  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
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