Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Level 3

About us:

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.  As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world's most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

Following  the decision by the Australian Government to acquire UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from the US Government, Lockheed Martin Australia  has established a core team of experienced military Rotary Wing professionals to support the initial procurement and ongoing sustainment activities. The modern-day, 3rd Generation UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter is the world's leading multi-role battlefield and special operations helicopter with a proven legacy of exceptional capability and reliability. Lockheed Martin Australia is looking forward to being a key contributor to the Australian UH-60M Black Hawk program and encourages you to come join us in delivering a sovereign sustainment capability.

We are pleased to invite applications for the position of Technician Structures /Composites AME Level 3 to join our UH-60M Black Hawk team based in Oakey.

Your responsibilities will include:

As an AME Level 3, you are primarily responsible for directly supporting Maintenance Managers in the execution of maintenance and aviation related duties by providing holistic tactical level task support for a group of maintenance tasks or GAT.

Key responsibilities include the following and more:

• Task Sign-off and Certification of Maintenance within the scope of their authorisation in accordance with AFCAMAN, Book IV, Chapter 3 – Task Sign-off and Certification of Maintenance
• Ensuring they are aware of and comply with all relevant Warnings, Cautions and Instructions for their prescribed task
• Not proceeding past any point in the task where an Error Capture (EC) inspection is required
• Informing their chain of command when they, or other personnel, are subject to psychological (state-of-mind related) or physiological (physical-related) factors that adversely, or may adversely, impair their ability to perform maintenance or GAT
• Only operating test and support equipment they are authorised to operate

About you:

To be successful in your role you will demonstrate the following:

• Platform specific safety familiarisation course (or equivalent)
• Competence assessment on the task being authorised
• System or component specific courses for component level maintenance
• Certificate III (or higher) in Aircraft Structures and Components or Equivalent from a recognised institution
• Appropriate aircraft trade qualifications (e.g. trade papers, apprenticeship, indentures etc).
• Good knowledge and understanding of the requirements of DASRs
• Good level of professional mastery
• Good understanding of the continuing airworthiness system, PBED principles, WH&S requirements, and effects of Human Factors in maintenance

Special Requirements:

Applicants are required to be able to obtain and maintain Australian Defence Force security clearance.

Employment may be contingent on the satisfactory result of criminal and/or other background screens, which require the collection and transfer of personal information.

What we offer you:

When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won't experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.

• Flexible work & Hybrid work options
• Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
• A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
• Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
• Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

A Veteran-friendly Workplace:

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees' unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.