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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Enoggera, Queensland Job ID BOE-1940443E Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Aug. 07, 2026
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Location:
Enoggera
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1940443E
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The Opportunity -
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer who will join the AH-64E Apache team.  In this embedded role you will be accountable for Sustainment Engineering services from a Mechanical standpoint and report to the CoA for day-to day taskings.

This is a 12 month contract commencing in October.

Program overview
The AH-64E Apache program provides advanced attack helicopter capability to the Australian Defence Force, enabling precision strike, armed reconnaissance and close air support. This program sustains a critical combat capability, supports interoperability with coalition partners, and underpins Australia's land and joint operations.

Why this is exciting

  • Contribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations.
  • Work on complex aircraft systems.
  • Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities with direct operational impact.

What you'll get to do
As a SeniorMechanical Engineer within BDA, you will

  • Leads resolution of a wide range of complex technical, operational and quality mechanical, fluid and pneumatic system issues that cannot be resolved by customer.
  • Conducts the following in support of the Apache program:
  • Develops, integrates and documents mechanical regulatory requirements to establish the system baseline design,
  • Analyses data to evaluate reported discrepancies,
  • Develops and manages repair processes to resolve in-service issues,
  • Leads in researching events to determine safety implications, preparing analysis, recommendations and presentations regarding safety processes,
  • Develops and manages projects to resolve in-service issues on specific topics and/or models,
  • Leads communications and presentation material for dissemination to customers on specific systems,
  • Translates customer product requirements into work requirements, processes and tasks,
  • Researches and develops engineering updates of less-complex technical in-service issues,
  • Resolves programmatic and technical problems that would affect cost, schedule and performance,
  • Uses structural and mechanical system and component designs, using approved tools and/or design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and customers throughout the product lifecycle,
  • Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems, modifications and components meet requirements and specifications, and
  • Assists with investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
  • Required AASB Engineering Authority: Design Engineer.

Who we're looking for

  • To be successful in this role you will have:
  • (Essential) Relevant Aerospace Engineering degree, 5 years+ relevant experience in similar role
  • (Desirable) Prior defence service/defence aerospace experience
  • (Desirable) Completion of DASR 21, Part M, Type cert courses
  • Meet Defence security and ITAR requirements.

Security requirement

  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

  • Galipolli Barracks, Enoggera, QLD.  With hybrid work options available

Location

  • This role is a 12 month fixed term, parental leave cover contract and will commence in October 2026.

Boeing values that guide the work we do

  • Integrity — We are honest, transparent and accountable.
  • Safety — We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations.
  • Quality — We deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.
  • Customer focus — We aim to understand and exceed our customers' mission needs.
  • Teamwork & One Boeing — We collaborate across teams and partners to accomplish shared goals.
  • Inclusion & Respect — We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone can contribute.

Why join the AH-64E Apache Australia team

  • Support a critical, high-readiness combat aviation capability that protects Australia's interests and supports joint operations.
  • Gain experience and professional growth with access to targeted training and career development pathways.
  • Build deep rotary‑wing expertise — and be part of a mission-focused team delivering operational outcomes in partnership with the Australian Army and industry.

How to Apply:

  • Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
  • Include a current CV that includes your work history and qualifications.

Join us and help sustain a world-class combat aviation capability — deliver operational readiness, advance sovereign capability, and contribute to the next chapter of Boeing in 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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