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F/A 18 - Configuration Management Specialist

Amberley, Queensland Job ID BOE/1820957B Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Sep. 26, 2024
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1820957B
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The opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia are seeking an exprienced Configuration Management Specialist to support a world class fighter aircraft, the Boeing F/A-18F/G Super Hornet. The role will be required you to work in a dynamic integrated program team.

This opportunity based at RAAF Base Amberley, QLD.

As a Configuration Management Specailist at Boeing you will:

  • Manage and maintain the programs product definition and design data, technical baselines, engineering changes, and current approved configuration in the configuration status accounting tool/s.
  • Perform lifecycle management of engineering changes including participation in the Change Control Boards and acting as release authority for design data.
  • Prepare and participate in product technical design reviews and audits as required.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of configuration and data management standards, processes, systems and tools.
  • Effectively interface with project team members and our customers to support the operation of the platform.
  • Support mentoring and training on the programs configuration management systems.


To be considered for the role you will have:

  • Formal Configuration Management training / certification;
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within a related industry;
  • Knowledge and understanding of industry configuration management standards such as: ANSI/EIA-649, EIA-HD-649, MIL-HDBK-61, EIA-649_1 and EIA-836.
  • Familiarity with the use of a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool; and
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.


Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.

Boeing values 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.

Other benefits:

  • Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
  • Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
  • Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
  • Formal reward and recognition program.
  • Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
  • Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
  • Salary packaging options available.
  • Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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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