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Qualified Flying Instructors

Posted on Aug. 5, 2025

  • Nowra, Australia
  • 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

Qualified Flying Instructors

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Nowra, New South Wales

Job ID BOE-1837142HAT Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Aug. 05, 2025


Job Description

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:

Nowra


Category:

Business Support


Position Type:

Permanent


Job Reference:

BOE/1837142HAT


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The Opportunity -

Are you passionate about aviation and eager to share your knowledge with the next generation of Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army pilots? Boeing Defence Australia are seeking experienced Helicopter Qualified Flying Instructors (QFI's) to join the team.

These Instructor positions will support the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS), operating the EC135 T2+. The QFI is primarily responsible for the conduct of ab-initio pilot helicopter flying instruction.

If you are looking to join an exciting team that provides support to the EC-135 Helicopter fleet to achieve the mission of training pilots, aircrew and aviation warfare officers to the Australian Defence Force, we have multiple full time employment opportunities available.

These roles are based in Nowra.


As a Qualified Flight Instructor within BDA, you will:

Conduct ab-initio flight instruction on the EC-135 T2+ aircraf
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  • Conduct ground instruction, briefings and lecture
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  • Operate Training Aircraft and Training Equipment (live and synthetic devices
  • )
  • Update trainee record
  • s
  • Brief the Pilot Training Officer on trainee progres
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  • Mentor trainee
  • s
  • Review trainee progress in ground Training events and assessment
  • s
  • Update Aircraft record
  • s
  • Maintain aircrew qualifications and currency requirements in accordance with all relevant Standing Instructions and as amended by Special Flying Instruction
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  • Conduct Secondary Missions in support of 723 SQN tasking where requeste
  • d
  • Provide flying supervision to trainee
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  • Review and recommend changes to Training packages and coursewar
  • e
  • Provide support to JHS Winching and Load lifting Training evolution
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  • Perform other duties, as required by the Pilot Training Office
  • r
  • Provide written and verbal pre-briefs and debriefs to student
  • s
  • Participate in external evaluations (including safety related investigations
  • )
  • Assist the HATS Training Manager as required for BDA related activitie
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  • Comply with the WHS-related JHS OIP to ensure a safe workplac
  • e
  • Be aware of, and demonstrate a commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity in the workplac
  • e

To be considered for the role you will have:

Essential Criteria:

Current CASA Class 1 Medical and ability to maintain the requirements of this medical certificat
  • e
  • CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) - CPL(H) (minimum
  • )
  • CASA Command Instrument Rating (Helicopter), or military equivalen
  • t
  • CASA Night Visual Flight Rules Rating, or military equivalen
  • t
  • CASA Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) rating, or military equivalen
  • t
  • CASA Sling Load and Winching Operations Endorsement, or military equivalen
  • t
  • CASA Flying Instructor (Helicopter) Grade 2 rating, or military equivalen
  • t
  • TAE40122 or current TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or ability to obtai
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  • Category C rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greate
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  • Military flight instruction experienc
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  • A history of helicopter NVD formation experienc
  • e
  • 250hours of NVD flight operation
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  • Have held a previous day and night Deck Landing Qualification (DLQ
  • )
  • Must have clear and effective English written and verbal communication skills in a stressful flying environmen
  • t
  • Must have current Competency Standard HLTAID003 - Provide first ai
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  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a tea
  • m
  • Demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with co-workers, maintaining productive working relationships to meet team, business unit and organisational goal
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  • Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Workplace/Occupational Health and Safety procedure
  • s
  • Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office skill
  • s

Desirable Criteria:

Ab-initio flying experienc
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  • EC135 flying experienc
  • e
  • Category B rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greate
  • r
  • Instructional experience in synthetic device
  • s
  • Experience in a safety management rol
  • e
  • Experience working in a contractor environment (directly with customer
  • )

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Physical Requirements

Boeing Defence Australia specific site positions will have physical requirements which are applicable. Physical requirements are outlined by the recruitment manager in consultation with the Environment Health & Safety Department. A formal assessment of the physical requirements will need to be completed through the Environment Health & Safety Department for specific roles which would then reflect into the position description.


Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission
  • .
  • Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities
  • .
  • People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together
  • .
  • Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services
  • .
  • Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace
  • .

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, we want to hear from you!


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.


Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.


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