Production Engineering Manager Hot

Location:	Toowoomba Wellcamp
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1934519
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The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are seeking an Prodution Engineering Manager to join the MQ?28 Ghost Bat Production Facility currently being built at Wellcamp Toowoomba, QLD.

In this role you will be part of a team that builds something that matters, grow with a high-performing team, and leave a legacy in Australian Defence manufacturing

Why this is exciting

• This is a rare opportunity to work on Boeings first final assembly facility outside North America and help build a state-of-the-art site that will deliver Australias first military-designed combat aircraft in more than 50 years and redefine how advanced aircraft are made.
• Work on an advanced, high?visibility defence program (MQ?28) that blends autonomy, aerospace systems and new production approaches.
• Shape the future of Australian aerospace manufacturing — your work will support national defence capabilities and the growth of local industry.

What youll get to do:

• Lead the team to support factory fit-out to ensure operational readiness.
• Lead the team in the development of factory operational schedule for optimized flow of product and assignment of resources.
• Lead the engineering team to conduct production problem solving, process improvement and change management, lean production system design and implementation, production planning/metrics and equipment/facilities support.
• Lead the engineering team reviewing and dispositioning repairs to non-conforming parts.
• Lead the team to apply sound judgment and make technical decisions based on appropriate production engineering requirements, processes, methods and procedures.
• Work closely with manufacturing management to ensure safe operations and quality production.
• Foster longer term initiatives to continuously improve staff skills and competencies.

Who were looking for:

• Must hold Tertiary Qualification in engineering or equivalent technical experience in an aerospace/mechanical discipline.
• Previous experience in a leadership and management role in a production environment.
• Strong knowledge/experience in Manufacturing including Safety and Lean principals is essential.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with other managers and team members.
• Must be based at Wellcamp with willingness to travel to suppliers and Boeing sites across Australia

Security requirement:

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Location:

• Wellcamp, Toowoomba

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 Boeing Australia at Wellcamp

• Work on a once-in-a-generation defence program: be part of the delivery for Boeings first final assembly facility outside North America and help produce Australias first military-designed combat aircraft in 50+ years — a standout, high-visibility achievement for your career.
• Work with cutting?edge autonomous aircraft technology and a team of highly skilled Boeing and industry experts.
• Opportunity to shape processes, culture and capability from the facilitys inception.
• Career development, ongoing training and real opportunity to grow within Boeing Australia.

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 build something big — a sovereign manufacturing capability, a bold new aircraft program, and the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.