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P-8A Poseidon Training Device Technician

Edinburgh, South Australia Job ID BOE/1829666 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Nov. 05, 2024
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1829666
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About us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The opportunity

We are seeking talented Training Device Technician to support the P-8A Poseidon - Maritime intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and response aircraft. Training Device Technicians provide technical support to aircrew and maintenance training devices within a world class training facility at RAAF Edinburgh, Adelaide. Additionally, this role may provide opportunity for limited duration international employment in support of training system installation activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-operation readiness, post-operation maintenance activities to synthetic training devices;
  • Perform maintenance, repair, test, installation, configuration, upgrade and modification of simulators and training components, devices, hardware and software in accordance with approved maintenance documentation;
  • Liaise with operational crews, Training Device Maintenance Manager and other P8SP internal stakeholders, ensuring accurate reporting of training device readiness;
  • Liaise with applicable external agencies, including OEMs and Sub-Contractors;
  • Ensure personnel and product safety, per BDA's Environment, Health & Safety, and enterprise Safety Management Systems;
  • Interpret and apply Global Trade Controls (GTC) principles, and work with various stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Experience/Qualifications

  • Experience in maintaining simulation devices
  • A minimum AQF Level-3 qualification in either: Avionics, Mechatronics, Electronics and Communications, or equivalent trade qualification (essential)
  • Experience maintaining P-8A Poseidon electrical, instrument, navigation, communication and mission systems (desirable)
    • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements
  • IT/System Administration skills (highly desirable)
  • Minimum NV1 Security Clearance, or ability to obtain (essential)

Culture

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.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years.

In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.

We're also committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.

As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas.

If you don't meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don't hesitate to apply.

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Study assistance
  • Salary packaging
  • Employee Incentive Program
  • Global opportunities

How to apply

View the full Position Description and apply now.

Find out more about Boeing Defence Australia here.


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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