Corrosion Program Lead

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Hiring Remotely in Queensland, AUS
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The Role
Manage the AH-64E Apache Corrosion Prevention and Control Program, assess environmental degradation across the fleet, maintain corrosion plans, and recommend maintenance, remediation, and design changes. The role conducts engineering investigations, supports system safety risk assessments, collaborates with defense stakeholders and subject matter experts, and leads technical activities within Boeing Defence Australia's sustainment engineering environment.
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Location:
Enoggera
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1948261
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The Opportunity -
In partnership with the ADF and the Commonwealth, Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) provides aircraft maintenance and upgrades, component maintenance solutions, technical support, mission-critical infrastructure support and training on some of the most capable surveillance, command, control, and combat platforms in the world.
BDA is looking for a Corrosion Program Lead who will join the AH-64E Apache team. In this embedded role you will be accountable for Sustainment Engineering services from a System Engineering standpoint and report to the CoA for day-to day taskings.
This role is based at Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera.
As a Corrosion Program Lead within BDA, you will
  • Manage the A64 Apache Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP).
  • Identify and manage Environmental Degradation of the Apache fleet.
  • Maintain the Apache CPCP Plan.
  • Work with corrosion and platform subject matter experts to critically review the current corrosion prevention activities.
  • Propose changes to the CPCP, Aircraft Maintenance Program, rectification of production issues and/or introduction of design changes to improve corrosion prevention.
  • Support development of remediation actions to existing corrosion issues.
  • Support System Safety Risk Assessments in support CPCP outcomes.
  • Work collaboratively with key AHSPO staff including Data Specialist, Reliability Program lead, Structural Integrity Program leads, and Sustainment Engineering Team.
  • Work collaboratively with other AASB SPO environmental degradation program leads to standardise approaches where appropriate.
  • Conduct engineering investigations and assessments within the AASB Engineering Management System (EMS) in support of the CPCP.
  • Collaborate with CPCP stakeholders and subject matter experts.
  • Other tasks as directed by the Deputy Chief Engineer.

About you -
To be successful in this role you will have:
  • AQF 4 - Cert IV in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience with managing the environmental degradation of aircraft and/or helicopters.
  • Experience in leading and managing a technical project or activity.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to engage with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
  • Good written and oral communication skills.

Desirable:
  • Formal training in corrosion

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
This role will commence in Oct 2026 with a 12 month contract.
What's on offer?
Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.
Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:
  • Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
  • Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
  • People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
  • Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
  • Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, click on the link and Apply Now!
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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.

Skills Required

  • AQF 4 Certificate IV in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience managing environmental degradation of aircraft or helicopters
  • Experience leading and managing a technical project or activity
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to engage with subject matter experts and stakeholders
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Australian citizenship to meet Defence security requirements
  • Formal training in corrosion

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