Job Type: Permanent Category: Leadership Roles Location: RAAF Base Amberley Date Advertised: 11-APR-25 Job Reference: BOE/1853742B Job Title: Operations Manager Business Unit: Division: Summary: The Opportunity Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) has a key leadership opportunity within a dynamic military aerospace program.  We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join the Super Hornet and Growler sustainment program. Reporting to the Sustainment Program Manager, the Operations Manager is responsible for Sustainment Programs interface with the operational elements of 82WG, 1 SQN and 6 SQN. This role proactively engages all sustainment capabilities to enable 82WG to succeed in its mission of Find and Destroy. The Operations Manager manages and directs program activities including Operations Support, Fleet Management, Maintenance Planning and Coordination, Field Service Support, Automated Maintenance and Operations IT systems support and Complex Task investigations. The Operations Manager is also responsible for monitoring program performance to ensure cost, quality, safety and schedule requirements are met and exceeded. The position sits within the Super Hornet Leadership Team and will be required to liaise with customers at all levels both internal and external. We are looking for someone who will embrace our company's behaviours and values and who is willing to lead and innovate. This role is based at RAAF Amberley. As the Operations Manager you will have: Demonstrated skills in managing large scale, complex projects to successful and timely completion. Demonstrated ability to successfully execute high-level management functions including customer liaison, business awareness with a track record of successful execution outcomes. Demonstrated experience in a broad range of functional areas including military operations support, maintenance scheduling and planning, IT systems support and complex problem solving Demonstrated experience in financial and trade control management for large projects in the aerospace industry. Understanding and appreciation of a matrix-based organisation and the demonstrated ability to operate effectively within such an environment. Sound understanding of and demonstrated experience in the application of project management best practice principles. Demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with company and customer representatives.   To be considered for the role you will have: Tertiary qualification in a business-related field, e.g. Program Management or Engineering discipline. Qualifications in project management (meets minimum requirements of National Competency Standard for Project Management). High level leadership and people skills and the ability to recognise high achievers and grow their skills. Excellent level communication and negotiation skills that facilitate interaction between staff and key internal and external customer groups. Experience in a military or commercial aerospace environment Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate. Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements. BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally. Boeing values 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. Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms. Attractive remuneration and annual bonus. Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning. Formal reward and recognition program. Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation. Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave. Salary packaging options available. Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program. Social and community groups. BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply. If you are ready to join the Super Hornet and Growler Sustainment Program for Boeing, please click Apply Now.