Senior Mechanical Engineer

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.