Program overview

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Ground Crewman Aircraft Support Instructors to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team. The 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 workplace 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.

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