Fly, maintain or support some of the world's most advanced aircraft.

About the role

As an Aircrew Operator in the Army, your role will cover a range of responsibilities within utility and medium lift helicopters. These could include the management of aircraft load, personnel, cargo, fuel and performance planning.

Within your role, you will also manage the operation of aircraft self-defence weapon systems and be given the task of target identification and tactical decision making within benign and hostile tactical environments.

This important position forms part of the mission crew, within which you will learn to understand the aircraft as a weapons system, be called upon to assist the pilot in outmanoeuvring the enemy, apply aviation tactics, techniques and procedures, as well as operating airborne role equipment in support of Army Aviation operations.

What you'll do

Your role will give you the opportunity to perform several tasks, which could include:

- Acting as a crew member in support of domestic Army operations
- Providing required support to humanitarian aid
- Conducting pre-flight and post flight inspections
- Supporting disaster relief efforts domestically and abroad.

As an Aircrew Operator, you'll be given the opportunity to work with advanced Army aviation technology including the CH-47F Chinook, ARH Tiger, UH-60M Blackhawk Utility or AH-64E Apache.

Key Information

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Duties

- operate aircraft weapon systems
- conduct helicopter insertion and extraction techniques and role equipment pertaining to those techniques
- load/unload internal and external stores including calculation of weight and balance
- monitor and conduct aircraft performance planning
- monitor and maintain aircraft obstacle clearance
- participate in mission pre and post briefs
- apply Aviation Risk Management techniques and considerations.

Training and skills

With paid training, you'll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus,



you'll be supported by professional and enthusiastic Army personnel who'll provide the necessary guidance to ensure you're prepared. This training and support continues as your career progresses, equipping you with a range of skills that will benefit you, wherever your career takes you.

Progression

Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career. As you progress, the Army will provide you with development opportunities to assist you with your increasing leadership responsibility, as well as further education and specialised training to strengthen your skillset. This will help you to command and run a highly skilled team of soldiers and the employment of their equipment.

Additional information

In-Service Information

In the Army, this role is known as: Aircrew Operator

Employment Category Number (ECN): 163

Employment Category: Combat Support

Corps: Australian Army Aviation (AAAvn)

Locations

Following training, you could be employed in Army Aviation at:

- Oakey, Qld
- Sydney, NSW

Discover where the Army operates across Australia on our base locations map.

Duties

- operate aircraft weapon systems
- conduct helicopter insertion and extraction techniques and role equipment pertaining to those techniques
- load/unload internal and external stores including calculation of weight and balance
- monitor and conduct aircraft performance planning
- monitor and maintain aircraft obstacle clearance
- participate in mission pre and post briefs
- apply Aviation Risk Management techniques and considerations.

Training and skills

With paid training, you'll gain all the skills you need to tackle anything this rewarding role throws at you. Plus, you'll be supported by qualified and enthusiastic Army personnel who'll provide the necessary guidance to ensure you're prepared.



This training and support continues as your career progresses, equipping you with a range of skills that will benefit you, wherever your career takes you.

Progression

Opportunities for progression and upskilling continue throughout your career. As you progress, the Army will provide you with development opportunities to assist you with your increasing leadership responsibility, as well as further education and specialised training to strengthen your skillset. This will help you to command and run a highly skilled team of soldiers and the employment of their equipment.

Additional information

In-Service Information

In the Army, this role is known as: Aircrew Operator

Employment Category Number (ECN): 163

Employment Category: Combat Support

Corps: Australian Army Aviation (AAAvn)

Locations

Following training, you could be employed in Army Aviation at:

- Oakey, Qld
- Sydney, NSW

Discover where the Army operates across Australia on our base locations map.

Take a look at the role requirements

Before you apply, make sure you meet the basic role requirements. You'll find detailed information on the Entry requirements tab.

I am an Australian citizen

You need to be an Australian citizen to serve in the ADF, although permanent resident non-Australian citizens may be eligible to join.

I am at least 17 years old

You can start your application at 16.5 years.

My background can be checked

To obtain the minimum-security clearance, you must have lived in Australia or have a checkable background for the past 10 years.

I have completed Year 10

You’ll need to have passed English and Maths, though a position may be available if you have not achieved those passes. Ask your ADF advisor for details.

I am reasonably fit and healthy

Keeping fit is a big part of joining the ADF. You'll need to pass a physical fitness test before you join, but don't worry, we'll give you tips to help you prepare.

My driver’s licence is not suspended or cancelled

You don’t need a driver’s licence for this role but if you have one, it can’t be suspended or cancelled

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📌 Aircrew Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Army
📍 New South Wales