Support the E‑7 Wedgetail program by scoping and implementing facilities, test equipment, IT and data solutions; manage program databases and access controls; compile and synthesize technical data to support sustainment; coordinate stakeholders and procurement; and mentor junior staff.
Job Description
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Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1940317B
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data & Facilities Project Specialist to support the E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) program. This role combines data management, project scoping, and facilities/equipment coordination focused on the E-7 platform and its mission systems. The successful candidate will scope and implement solutions within budget and schedule, manage program information systems, control data access for sensitive aviation and mission data, coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and supply organizations, and mentor junior staff.
Responsibilities:
Experience/Qualifications
About us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of Australian aerospace by delivering some of the nation's most important capabilities to the Australian Defence Force.
BDA currently employs more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
What's on offer?
We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behaviour and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself. This will see you thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focused on your personal development through formal and informal learning.
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.
Other benefits
Boeing Defence Australia works with strong links to our global Boeing community and encourage collaboration with our USA and international counterparts. Boeing aims to build and strengthen meaningful relationships with individuals, communities and suppliers to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with the support of our Reconciliation Action Plan.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Location:
RAAF Base Amberley
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1940317B
Attachments:
No File Attached
Share This:
The Opportunity
We are seeking a detail-oriented Data & Facilities Project Specialist to support the E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) program. This role combines data management, project scoping, and facilities/equipment coordination focused on the E-7 platform and its mission systems. The successful candidate will scope and implement solutions within budget and schedule, manage program information systems, control data access for sensitive aviation and mission data, coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and supply organizations, and mentor junior staff.
Responsibilities:
- Develop recommended solutions (facilities, test equipment, IT, data flows) that meet program requirements, budget, and schedule.
- Prepare and present recommendations to program leadership and Integrated Project Teams for approval.
- Implement approved plans in coordination with systems engineering, sustainment, maintenance depots, logistics, and external OEM partners.
- Compile, verify, and post technical and program data into approved electronic information systems (e.g., PDM/PLM, SharePoint, configuration management databases).
- Manage and maintain program databases ensuring integrity and traceability of technical data and configuration items.
- Review and approve requests for access to routine non-sensitive data sources; obtain and apply approval procedures to grant access to restricted/sensitive E-7 data per policy.
- Administer and maintain correct access controls and roles aligned with program security procedures and ITAR/Export Control requirements.
- Monitor, track, and record data activity (audit logs) to provide visibility for configuration management and compliance.
- Compile and synthesize data from maintenance records, flight logs, test results, and supplier data to support engineering and sustainment decisions.
- Create drafts and final program documentation (reports, SOWs, test plans) using standard tools; review and approve internal routine documents.
- Coordinate and facilitate important or sensitive communications on behalf of program management with stakeholders including military customers, OEMs (Boeing), and maintenance organizations.
- Assist in establishing facilities, tooling, and computing needs for E-7 sustainment, test, and training operations; process requests and follow procurement workflows.
- Train and mentor less experienced personnel on program data practices, databases, and access procedures.
Experience/Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in data management, project scoping, facilities/equipment coordination and/or project support roles, or similar
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously. Performs work with minimal direction and exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to tasking
- Strong negotiation, communication, computer literacy and organisational skills
- Defence experience and defence security clearance (desirable)
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
About us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of Australian aerospace by delivering some of the nation's most important capabilities to the Australian Defence Force.
BDA currently employs more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
What's on offer?
We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behaviour and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself. This will see you thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focused on your personal development through formal and informal learning.
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.
Other benefits
- Work on cutting edge projects;
- Attractive remuneration and annual bonus;
- Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning;
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation;
- Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation's Cultural Leave;
- Salary packaging options available;
- Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program;
- Join social and community groups; and
- We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.
Boeing Defence Australia works with strong links to our global Boeing community and encourage collaboration with our USA and international counterparts. Boeing aims to build and strengthen meaningful relationships with individuals, communities and suppliers to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with the support of our Reconciliation Action Plan.
If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
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