Aviation Technical Instructor | NSW-RAAF Base Wagga Wagga

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for an Aviation Technical Instructor to join our Aircraft Sustainment & Training team based at Wagga Wagga, NSW.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality aviation training, supporting student development, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

We're seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in Mechanical, Avionics, Structures, Life Support, or those with strong Defence Aviation Safety Regulations experience.

Join the Aviation Technical Training project delivering aviation and technical manager training to the Australian Defence Force and  play a key role in shaping the future of Defence aviation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertake facilitation and the delivery of Technical Training in both;
  • Initial Employment Training, and
  • Post Initial Employment Training
• Undertake supervision of Australian Defence Force personnel within a Simulated Working Environment
• Provide specialisation skills and advice to support aviation technical training,
• Develop and maintain relationships with the customer, government and industry partners
• Design and develop training solutions and documentation, ensuring that the outputs produced meet stakeholder requirements for;
  • Initial Employment Training
  • Post Initial Employment Training
• Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy records of training documentation
• Guide and mentor Defence trainees and students in best practice within the aviation environment

About YOU

• Demonstrated industry experience as a qualified Aviation Maintenance Engineer (AME) and/ or Aircraft/Electrical Engineers with significant experience in Aviation Safety Regulations
• A certificate III/IV in Aeroskills, higher qualification, or a current EASA/CASA Licence will be highly regarded
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116), or technical training instructor experience will be highly regarded
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• White Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. 

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond 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

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.