Aviation Survival Equipment Specialist
6 days ago
The Australian Defence Force requires experienced individuals to fill the role of Aviation Survival Equipment Technician. This crucial position involves ensuring the safety of pilots and aircrew by maintaining and fitting life support and survival equipment in military aircraft.
Key responsibilities include:
Main Responsibilities
Maintaining life support equipment within an aircraft, such as:
- Life rafts
- Fire extinguishers
- Parachutes
- Thermal, acoustic equipment and aircraft fabric components
Maintaining life support equipment worn by aircrew, such as:
- Ballistic vests
- Heads up displays and cueing systems
- Night vision goggles
- Helmets
- Oxygen masks
- Anti-G suits
- Immersion suits
- Survival vests and radios
- Aircrew, biological & chemical protection systems
Training Aircrew on:
- The proper use of safety equipment
- How to handle explosive Ordnance, Pyrotechnics, Firearms and Life Support Equipment
- Survival techniques
- Aircraft flightline and replenishments
Training and Career Progression
The Australian Defence Force provides comprehensive training and career development opportunities for successful applicants. You will have the chance to progress in your career, specializing as a Search, Evade, Resist, Escape (SERE) Instructor or an Explosive Ordnance Supervisor. With dedication and hard work, you can achieve your career goals and become an integral part of the Defence team.
Additional Information
This role offers a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities to work closely with other Defence forces and civilian emergency services. As an Aviation Survival Equipment Technician, you will be an essential part of aircraft safety and survival, contributing to the success of Defence operations.
This is a vital role that requires your skills and expertise to ensure the safety of Defence personnel. If you are passionate about aircraft safety and survival, this is the ideal opportunity to join the Australian Defence Force and make a meaningful contribution.
In-Service Information
In the Australian Defence Force, this role is known as an Aeronautical Life Support Fitter (ALSFITT).
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