Ground Crewman Aircraft Support (GCAS) Instructor

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Location:
Oakey
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1939642
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Program overview
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Ground Crewman Aircraft Support Instructors to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team.
Program overviewThe 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 role is exciting

• Directly support integration and sustainment of the Apache within Army Aviation operations.
• Deliver hands-on training and assessments in barracks, field environments and live hot/refuel operations.
• Influence courseware, doctrine and procedures that set industry standards.
• Be embedded with ADF personnel on a high-profile, mission-critical program.

What you'll do

• Deliver and assess LMP training, including Initial Employment Training (IET).
• Act as a Qualified Assessor and Trade Testing Officer.
• Conduct GCAS training in barracks and field environments, including hot/refuel and ground support procedures.
• Review, update and author courseware, handouts and LMP materials.
• Support ePEX section review and authorization.
• Work to Defence publications, Operational/Technical Airworthiness and Army Aviation Risk Management standards.
• Comply with WHS, Defence Safety Manual and environmental management policies.

Who we're looking for:
Essential qualifications & experience

• Aviation Explosive Operations Supervisor (or equivalent).
• Certificate IV TAE40116 (Training & Assessment) or higher.
• Bulk fuel qualification (L121) or equivalent.
• Previous GCAS operational experience.
• AVN FARP Operator 120339 (P104089).
• Must be an Australian citizen (Defence security requirement).

Desirable skills & certifications

• L121 driver (40M HX77) / Heavy Rigid licence
• CHEM ALERT 1-6 training
• Defence Aviation Non-Technical Skills / Military Risk Management
• Hazardous Chemicals Awareness
• JFIMS (Joint Fuels Inventory Management System) experience
• Hot Refuel Supervisor (after 12 months in trade)
• Airside Level 1 & 2
• AVN ARMY tow motor licence code
• Emergency management fundamentals

Security requirement

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

• Oakey, QLD.

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

• Permanent role with Boeing Defence Australia on a high-profile Aviation program.
• 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.