Job Description
The OpportunityBoeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Qualified Flying Instructor (Category B) to join the AH-64 Apache sustainment team in Townsville, North Queensland. This is a rare chance to be a part of a foundational team bringing this latest Australian Defence Force (ADF) capability online.
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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.
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Why this is excitingContribute 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 doInstructional Delivery: Execute high-quality AH-64E airborne, synthetic, and ground-based instruction to support pilot development.
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Flight Operations: Oversee and conduct AH-64E general flying operations in accordance with established protocols.
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Compliance & Currency: Proactively maintain all flying currency and professional qualifications as mandated by Army Aviation Orders, Instructions and Publications.
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Safety Leadership: Champion a robust safety culture, promoting a secure and effective work environment for all team members.
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Operational Support: Manage associated instructional and administrative tasks to ensure seamless training workflows.
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Continuous Improvement: Actively contribute to the evolution of training methodologies and team performance. Who we're looking forEssential: Must currently hold or have held an AUS / UK / US military AH-64E qualification.
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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.
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Military command Night Vision Device (NVD) qualification or civilian equivalent.
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Be fluent in spoken and written English.
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Ability to pass an ADF aviation medical, ideally without limitation.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance (Non-Vetted Level 1).
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Desirable:
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Military Instrument Rating Assessor or civilian equivalent.
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Hold all qualifications as required by AAvnTC SOPs.
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Have previous instructional experience on synthetic devices.
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Have previous military flying instruction experience.
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Highly DesirableHold or have held an AUS / UK / US AH-64E V6 qualification.
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Security
requirementAustralian
applicants: Ability to obtain/maintain a Defence security clearance.
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Non-Australian applicants: A willingness to undertake Australian Citizenship and obtain/maintain Australian Defence security requirements.
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LocationTownsville,
QLD.
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What's In It for You?
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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.
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Professional Prestige: Work at the forefront of Australian Defence capability with a world-class organisation that values Safety & Quality, Trust, People Focus, Ownership and Innovation.
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How to Apply:
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Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
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Include a current CV that includes your work history and qualifications.
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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.

📌 Qualified Flying Instructor (B-Cat) (Townsville)
🏢 Boeing
📍 Townsville