Aviation Operations Specialist
Townsville, Queensland, Australia · Full Time
Be the first to apply
- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates must be Australian citizens to meet defence security compliance requirements.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Sign in to tell us what does and doesn't work for you here — it sharpens every match we show you.
Job description
About the Role
Join Boeing Defence Australia as an Aviation Operations Specialist within the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team. This position involves facilitating daily flight operations, managing mission planning systems, and ensuring reliable communication and data integrity, all within a dynamic and fast-paced setting. Your contributions help maintain an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that supports national defense and joint military operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide operational assistance and manage daily flight activities within the Regiment's Operations Centre.
- Implement Command, Control, and Communications (C3) protocols to maintain consistent fleet connectivity.
- Oversee mission system functionalities, including technical data handling such as uploads, downloads, and secure storage.
- Carry out watchkeeping duties for flying operations according to scheduled rosters.
- Support management of Communications Security (COMSEC) accounts and associated procedures.
- Accurately record flight hour allocations and plans into the Patriot Excalibur (PEX) system.
- Facilitate the smooth execution and coordination of daily flying operations.
Candidate Profile
- Completed Defence GCMS or Aviation Operations Specialist (AOS) training.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in aviation operational support, particularly with aircraft.
- Strong analytical abilities combined with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Capability to handle multiple priorities effectively within a high-intensity work environment.
- Compliance with Defence security and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- Australian Citizenship is mandatory due to security requirements.
Working Conditions
The role is based onsite at Hamel Lines in Townsville, Queensland, with hybrid working arrangements available.
Boeing Values
- Integrity: acting with transparency and accountability.
- Safety: prioritizing safety in all design, manufacturing, and operational procedures.
- Quality: delivering exceptional standards in products and processes.
- Customer focus: exceeding mission needs through understanding client requirements.
- Teamwork & One Boeing: collaborating across teams and partners.
- Inclusion & Respect: fostering a diverse and contributory environment.
Benefits and Career Growth
- Contribute to a vital combat aviation capability with direct impact on Australia's strategic interests.
- Access professional development opportunities and targeted training paths.
- Enhance expertise in rotary-wing aviation through teamwork with the Australian Army and industry partners.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Boeing offers an inclusive and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment process. Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available during recruitment, including accessible interview locations, assistive technologies, and flexible interview formats.