A $600 million fighter jet contract to bring 350 jobs to Queensland

A $600 million fighter jet contract is set to bring more than 350 jobs to Queensland as Australia looks to boost its air force capabilities. Boeing Defence has been awarded a contract to cultivate the Super Hornet and Growler fleets for the Royal Australian Air Force. 90 per cent of the contract will be spent in Australia. The focus will primarily be on South East Queensland. The boost follows a recent $2 billion upgrade to Australia's fleet.