About the role -
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Officer Mechanical/Structures to join the CH-47F Chinook sustainment team based at Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the most modern and capable configuration of the CH-47F Chinook helicopter, contributing directly to continued airworthiness, operational availability, and mission readiness. In this role, you will provide technical expertise across mechanical, fluid, and pneumatic systems, helping to resolve issues, support repairs and modifications, and improve sustainment outcomes for a critical Defence platform.
If you're looking for a role where your mechanical and structures experience has real impact, this is your chance to join a high-performing team supporting an essential Defence capability.
Responsibilities -
As a Senior Technical Officer - Mechanical/Structures, you will:
- Provide technical support for maintenance, repair, and preventative actions across CH-47F mechanical and structural systems.
- Support continued airworthiness and safe, economical operation of aircraft systems.
- Work across engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve technical and operational issues.
- Apply mechanical systems expertise to research, test, evaluate, and support sustainment programs, modifications, repairs, and technical data.
- Assist engineering and ground support personnel with fault finding, troubleshooting, and solution development.
- Develop in-service correspondence and technical documentation to support safe operation and maintenance.
- Maintain and release mechanical systems drawings, system designs, and engineering data in line with required standards.
- Provide technical and task supervision within single or cross-trade teams as required.
We are seeking candidates with:
- 3+ years' technical experience in mechanical maintenance and/or engineering teams at a supervisory level.
- Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, fluid, and pneumatic systems.
- Demonstrated ability to support fault finding, troubleshooting, and problem solving.
- Experience working collaboratively with engineering, maintenance, and operational stakeholders.
- Ability to produce and maintain technical documentation and drawings.
- Ability to meet Defence security and ITAR requirements.
Highly regarded experience includes:
- Previous aircraft technician experience in Defence service or Defence industry.
- Experience in rotary-wing or combat aircraft systems.
- Airline or aircraft sustainment experience.
- Exposure to continuing airworthiness or in-service support environments.
Qualifications -
- Relevant technical qualification or equivalent industry experience in mechanical maintenance or engineering.
- Ability to obtain and maintain the required Defence clearance.
- Required AASB Engineering Authority: Logistics Engineer.
Please note: this role is primarily onsite at Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera due to the nature of the work and operational requirements. Flexible arrangements may be available subject to business needs.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be Australian citizens to meet Defence security requirements and must be willing to undergo the standard government vetting process, including a full life background check. BDA will sponsor and support the required clearance process.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses
- 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.
About the company:
With more than 4,500 team members across Boeing Australia, BDA plays a critical role in supporting Australia's security and strengthening its partnership with the ADF through advanced systems integration and defence capability. Our people are central to this success, with their commitment to local partnerships and community engagement reinforcing BDA's reputation as a trusted and valued contributor.
We empower all voices and embrace change, so help us be part of that change, and better the future of the nation. Turn a challenge into an opportunity for tomorrow.
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.'
Applications close at 5:00pm AEST on Friday, 31st July 2026
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