At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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.
Ko wai mātou | About us
At Boeing, we connect, protect, and explore our world and beyond. Guided by our commitment to quality engineering and technical excellence, we work “Together as One Boeing team” to shape the future of aerospace. Boeing New Zealand is wholly owned by The Boeing Company and is establishing its Defence operations in Aotearoa to support important programmes for the New Zealand Defence Force.
Boeing currently employs more than 2,500 people across the region and offers a wide range of opportunities as we plan for future growth. By joining our team and supporting our Defence work in New Zealand, you will have an unparalleled opportunity to make your mark and contribute to the success of Boeing and our customers. We offer rewarding work, professional development, and the chance to collaborate with a diverse team across New Zealand, Australia, and the United States that is committed to pushing the boundaries of excellence.
Te Whiwhinga a mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking a Training Device Technician to support the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) P8-A Poseidon training devices, including an Operational flight Trainer (OFT), Weapons Tactics Trainer (WTT), Virtual Maintenance Trainer (VMT), and Electronic Classrooms.
Working in a purpose-built facility at RNZAF Base Ohakea, you will be responsible whilst on shift for managing, maintaining and supporting the training devices to deliver training missions to our military customer.
Your well-developed communication skills, together with your ability to build exceptional stakeholder and customer relationships, will see you become an effective member of this multi-disciplinary team. This is a shift-work role, located at RNZAF Base Ohakea, New Zealand.
Key Responsibilities
As a Training Device Technician your key responsibilities include:
Prepare training devices by conducting pre-operation and post-operation activities.
Participate in the training mission scenarios in a non-instructional role.
Perform routine and on-demand maintenance of training devices, and document maintenance actions in compliance with the required procedures.
Troubleshoot training devices and support equipment technical issues to isolate faults and determine technical solutions.
Conduct functional tests of training device systems.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation.
Deliver outcomes, in a timely, responsive, customer-focused, and quality-driven manner.
Convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Shift work is required for this role (Early and Late Shift).
Ko koe tēnei | About you
Experience/Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Experience working in a complex aviation maintenance environment, ideally maintaining NZ flight simulators or training devices.
Demonstrated ability to provide products and services that meet the highest technical and quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies and processes.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred qualifications:
Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics), or
Certificate IV in Simulation
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (required if performing instructor support)
Electrical Service Technician (EST) or Electrical Appliance Serviceperson (EAS) licence
Working at Heights
Low Voltage Rescue
Confined Space Entry
CPR/First Aid
Eligibility:
This role requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a New Zealand Government Secret (SV). For more information, or to check your eligibility for a national security clearance, visit: https://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/guidance/getting-a-national-security-clearance
Hono ana ki tētahi tīma | Joining Boeing
Benefits
We celebrate your successes and achievements through a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards
We value your professional development and provide a wide range of formal and informal training, as well as support for further education
We offer competitive salary packaging options, and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a range of corporate discounts
As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally
Boeing Values
Safety & Quality: Priorities safety and deliver robust, reliable designs that Defence trusts.
Trust: Operate with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to customer priorities.
People Focus: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values respect, mentoring and teamwork.
Ownership: Take pride in your work and be accountable for delivering excellence across the lifecycle.
Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to turn technical challenges into capability advantage.
Culture
BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including women, Māori, and Pacific peoples, who will enrich our understanding of diversity in the New Zealand work environment. Former Defence personnel are also encouraged to apply.
We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
How to apply?
If you are ready to join an innovative defence industry leader, click Apply Now.
Applications close at 5:00pm on Friday 24th July 2026
For more information about Boeing Defence Australia and New Zealand including our values and behaviors 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.
