Job Description
The Overview
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking an Aviation Operations Supervisor to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment and support team.
As a Supervisor, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of daily flying operations, ensuring mission integrity through rigorous command, control, and communications oversight.
You will lead a team of specialists to ensure that mission planning, data integrity, and communications security are maintained to the highest military and operational standards in a high-tempo environment.
Why This Is Exciting
Contribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations
Work on complex aircraft systems
Be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering hands-on maintenance, systems engineering, supply and test activities with direct operational impact
What You'll Get To Do
Operational Leadership: Oversee and manage the conduct and execution of daily Apache flying operations, ensuring all missions are conducted safely and efficiently
Command & Control: Manage Command, Control, and Communications (C3) protocols for the entire fleet to maintain seamless operational awareness
Mission Systems Management: Supervise mission planning system capabilities, including the secure handling of data uploads, downloads, and storage
Data Integrity:
Oversee the accurate input of flying hour allocations and complex flying plans into the Patriot Excalibur (PEX) database
Watch Keeping: Perform and supervise Watch Keeper duties for flying operations as required by the roster
Compliance & Security: Act as the primary lead for Communications Security (COMSEC) account management, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols
Team Supervision: Direct and mentor AviationOperations/GroundcrewMission Support Specialists to ensure mission readiness and technical proficiency
Who We're Looking For
Defence GCMS or Aviation Operations Specialist (AOS) training
Minimum 5 years Aviation experience in operational support of aircraft
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a high tempo environment
Meet Defence security and ITAR requirements
Security Requirement
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Location
Based onsite at Hamel Lines in Townsville, QLD.
Hybrid work options available.
Why Join the AH-64E Apache Australia Team
Support a critical, high-readiness combat aviation capability that protects Australia's interests and supports joint operations
Gain experience and skilled growth with access to targeted training and career development pathways
Build deep rotary–wing expertise, delivering operational outcomes in partnership with the Australian Army and industry