Aviation Operations Supervisor

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 Aviation Operations/Groundcrew Mission 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

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 environment where everyone can contribute.

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 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.

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.