Aerospace Engineer - Structural/Mechanical

The Opportunity -
Boeing Defence Australia's (BDA) provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, the Engineering function has developed a Capability Plan to enable the Engineering workforce to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Aerospace Engineer - Structural Mechanical to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) Program. In this role you will provide sustainment engineering support to the EC-135 Helicopter fleet to achieve the mission of training pilots, aircrew and aviation warfare officers for the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army. The successful candidate will ideally possess knowledge and understanding of ADF's rotary wing environmental structure and capability, and have experience overseeing and leading technical teams across the business.
This role will be based at HMAS Albatross, Nowra.
As an Aerospace Engineer - Structural Mechanical within BDA, you will
* Working in a collaborative multi-disciplined team environment to support the continuing airworthiness of the HATS EC-35 helicopter fleet.
* Reviewing and approving responses to Technical Queries raised by maintenance and support staff;
* Conducting technical analysis, flight safety reviews, investigations and develop modifications and repairs related to aircraft structural, mechanical and propulsion systems;
* Performing analysis of structural and engine data in support of the structural integrity program;
* Liaise with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) with respect to engineering matters;
* Review, analyse and implement OEM and Regulator instructions for implementation on the EC-135 fleet, with consideration given to operational and functional requirements;
* Provide Engineering support for structures and mechanical systems over the product lifecycle; and
* Generating and maintaining solutions to ensure our fleets' airworthiness in the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment.
About you
* To be successful in this role you will have:
* A Bachelor Engineering qualification in either Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical or a related tertiary Engineering degree qualification, satisfying the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust);
* Previous experience in aviation engineering activities including engineering investigations and issuance of authorised documentation relating to aircraft structure, mechanical and subsystem designs, and
* Previous experience in developing engineering artefacts within a regulated aviation environment such as, the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment or similar (CASA, FAA, EASA, etc.)
* Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
What's on offer?
Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.
Other benefits:
* Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
* Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
* Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
* Formal reward and recognition program.
* Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
* Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
* Salary packaging options available.
* Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
* Social and community groups.
BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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