The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Qualified Flying Instructor (Category B) / Unit Maintenance Test Pilot (UMTP) to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment team in Townsville, North Queensland.
This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a foundational team bringing this latest Australian Defence Force (ADF) capability online.
As a Qualified Flying Instructor at BDA, you set the standard for aviation excellence.
We invite experienced professionals to deliver world-class instruction across all aspects of flight training—airborne, synthetic, and ground—upholding the benchmark of quality and safety.
Why this is exciting
* Contribute to an enduring sovereign combat helicopter capability that directly supports national defence and joint operations.
* 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
* Instructional Delivery: Execute high-quality AH-64E airborne, synthetic, and ground-based instruction to support pilot development.
* Flight Operations: Oversee and conduct AH-64E general flying operations in accordance with established protocols.
* Compliance & Currency: Proactively maintain all flying currency and professional qualifications as mandated by Army Aviation Orders, Instructions and Publications.
* Safety Leadership: Champion a robust safety culture, promoting a secure and effective work environment for all team members.
* Operational Support: Manage associated instructional and administrative tasks to ensure seamless training workflows.
* Continuous Improvement:



Actively contribute to the evolution of training methodologies and team performance.
Who we're looking for
Essential:
* Must currently hold or have held an AUS / UK / US military AH-64E qualification
* Hold, or in the previous 3 years have held a rotary wing Instructor rating equivalent to ADF Category B QFI along with the following minimum experience:
(i) at least 1,500 hours total turbine rotary wing flying experience, with at least 1,000 hours 'Pilot in Command';
(ii) at least 250 hours total AH-64E flying experience, with at least 100 hours 'Pilot In Command', and
(iii) at least 450 hours of instructional experience of which at least 300 hours is aircraft instructional.
* Hold or have held in the previous 3 years a military maintenance test pilot qualification on AH-64E from a recognised military aviation authority
* Military command Night Vision Device (NVD) qualification or civilian equivalent
* Be fluent in spoken and written English
* Ability to pass an ADF aviation medical, ideally without limitation
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance (Non-Vetted Level 1).
Desirable:
* Military Instrument Rating Assessor or civilian equivalent




* Hold or have held in the previous 3 years a military maintenance examiner qualification or civilian equivalent
* Hold all qualifications as required by AAvnTC SOPs
* Have previous instructional experience on synthetic devices
* Have previous military flying instruction experience.
Highly Desirable
* Hold or have held a AUS / UK / US AH-64E V6 qualification
* Hold or have held in the previous 3 years a AH-64E V6 military maintenance test pilot qualification from a recognised military aviation authority
Security requirement
* Australian applicants: Ability to obtain/maintain a Defence security clearance.
* Non-Australian applicants: A willingness to undertake Australian Citizenship and obtain/maintain Australian Defence security clearance.
Location
* Townsville, QLD.
What's In It for You?
* Relocation Support: May be available to support your move to the beautiful coastal city of Townsville, QLD.
* Lifestyle Upgrade: Trade up for the tropical, outdoor-oriented lifestyle of North Queensland.
* Qualified Prestige: Work at the forefront of Australian Defence capability with a world-class organisation that values Safety & Quality, Trust, People Focus, Ownership and Innovation.
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.

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