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E-7A Airborne Mission Segment Engineering Manager - Sustainment Operations

Amberley, Queensland Job ID BOE-1891494AMB Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date May 15, 2026
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1891494AMB
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About the role

We are seeking a talented Engineering Manager - Sustainment Operations to support a world class airborne surveillance, communications and battle management system, the E-7A Wedgetail. The role is based in Amberley.

 The E-7A Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) is the centrepiece of Australia's national air defence capability, incorporating powerful airborne surveillance, communications and battle management capability. 

 If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on Australian defense by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimise aircraft availability or if you're sick of being confined to a desk behind a screen, crunching data and drafting PowerPoints, then get ready - this could be your next gig! 

We are on the lookout for a go-getter who thrives in dynamic environments, isn't afraid to be around aircraft, and loves engaging with people! In this role, you will work directly alongside our aircraft, maintenance leaders, and engineering technical experts to streamline engineering execution in support of our maintenance operations.

Travel opportunities also await you!  With travel to visit our engineering teams in both WLM and ADL. If you're ready to join a motivated team striving to become sustainment legends, don't hesitate—get your application in today!

Just 50km from the BDA head office, the Amberley RAAF Base is the nation's largest airbase, providing state of the art facilities for the 500 current BDA employees. Here you will find on site development for our iconic programs working closely with onsite and Brisbane teams. 

Benefits 

Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.  

Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a hybrid work model, with options for an RDO and WHF 2 days a week.  

Paid Leave Options: Access various paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs. 

Financial Discounts: Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport. 

Financial Benefits: Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation. 

Career Development: Receive both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design promotional pathways. 

Recognition Program: Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme. 

Responsibilities:

  • Assume the role of Responsible Accountable Authority (RAA) for the collective success of Sustainment Deeper Maintenance Engineering Support and Execution.
  • Lead the delivery of assigned scope elements, ensuring oversight of cost impacts, schedule adherence, safety, security, and quality accountability.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the scope, team requirements, and necessary skills to achieve project objectives, collaborating with relevant domains to ensure these needs are met.
  • Facilitate integration with Maintenance, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Development program teams to ensure aligned planning and execution of deeper maintenance servicings.
  • Promote continuous improvement through effective engineering communications aimed at reducing deeper maintenance timeframes, thereby optimizing aircraft availability.
  • Implement the thoughtful application of Engineering Standards and Guidelines (ESGP) to mitigate risks in technical execution and enhance quality.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement in engineering practices, execution methodologies, and operational workflows.

Experience/Qualifications

  • Qualifications in engineering.
  • 5+ years of proven aerospace engineering experience
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About the company 

At Boeing, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. As one of Australia's leading prime defence contractors, Boeing Defence Australia supports some of the largest and most complex programs for the customers including the Australian Defence Force to support world- class defence capabilities. Boeing plays an integral role in the region's aerospace and defence industry. We're a leader in advanced manufacturing for commercial airplane components, the development and production of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, communications systems, sustainment, training and services, research and development, and uncrewed systems. 

We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.  

How to apply

If you are ready to join an innovative defence industry leader, click Apply Now.  

For more information about Boeing Defence Australia including more about our values and behaviours see our new website https://www.boeing.com.au/about-boeing-in-australia/subsidiaries/boeing-defence-australia


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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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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