Aircraft Maintenance Engineers: Structures, Mechanical, Avionics

4 weeks ago


Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia BAE Systems (New) Full time

Overview

Vacancies: Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Structures, Mechanical, Avionics & Armament

Program: Hawk Lead-In-Fighter | F-35 Lightning II fighter jet

Location: Williamtown, NSW

Employment: Permanent Full Time (Waged)

Relocation support: Available for candidates who live outside of the Williamtown, Hunter & Maitland area.

About our COMPANY

At BAE Systems Australia, we believe in doing work that MATTERS. We encourage our team to not only ENJOY what they do but also to GROW their careers and, most importantly, to be YOU. Join us in a thriving sector where every day presents exciting and meaningful challenges. As we celebrate our 70th Anniversary, we continue to push boundaries, producing world-class technology that makes the impossible possible.

With also a rich heritage in combat and fast jet trainer aircraft, BAE Systems Australia is a global leader in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of cutting-edge aerospace solutions. Operating across Australia and around the globe, we are dedicated to supporting the Australian Defence Force (ADF) at every stage of the air sector’s life cycle – from design and development to production, training, support, and maintenance.

Learn more about us: What we do: Air Solutions, Careers with Infinite Possibilities and 70th Anniversary.

About the OPPORTUNITIES

We have multiple vacancies for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join Hawk Lead-In-Fighter and F-35 Lightning II fighter jet programs within our Aerospace organisation based in Williamtown, NSW. As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you will be responsible to the Team Leader for carrying out scheduled servicing and unscheduled maintenance activities across various aircraft platforms.

Key RESPONSIBILITIES

- Depending on your trade specialisation, your responsibilities will include:

- Mechanical AMEs: Responsible for hydraulic, environmental, pneumatic and propulsion systems, related system components and propellers.

- Avionic AMEs: Maintain, inspect and undertake fault diagnosis of avionic systems and components on fixed and on rotary wing aircraft.

- Structures AME: Responsible for the production, maintenance and repair sheet metal, bonded and non-metallic composite material and components on the aircraft.

- Armament AMEs: Maintain the emergency escape system, egress systems and aircraft weapon systems, from the computers on board, to the stores and load the aircraft carries.

- Ensure all maintenance and technical documentation or data used is authorised and compliant with regulatory and organisational standards.
- Accurately and promptly document all work performed, ensuring certification requirements are met within specified timeframes.
- Action all engineering advice, defect reporting, maintenance deficiencies and publication amendments as directed.
- Immediately report any defects, deficiencies, maintenance errors or aircraft unserviceabilities to the Team Leader.
- Perform maintenance activities only within the limits of your delegated authority and authorisation.
- Identify and escalate any non-conformances or quality issues in accordance with reporting procedures.

About YOU

- Holds a Certificate IV in Aeroskills or recognised training (Mandatory).
- Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain a Federal Government Security Clearance (Mandatory).
- Experience or a strong interest in working with Defence Military Aircraft.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to deliver work within a fast-paced team environment.

Application REQUIREMENTS & CLEARANCES

To apply, please send through an updated CV, a copy of your Certificate IV in Aeroskills and accompanying MEAs (or equivalent Aircraft Maintenance trade) and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align with the role prior to the closing date.

Please note, as a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. ITAR are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

About US:

Join a workplace that genuinely cares about your wellbeing. We value diversity and know that an inclusive culture helps everyone thrive. As Australia’s largest defence company in a growing industry, you’ll be part of a global team with endless career opportunities, whether your path is traditional or takes unexpected turns.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and a member of the Circle Back Initiative, where we are committed to responding to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au.

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