Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics | WA-LIF Pearce
| Category: | Qualified Trades |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 31-Jan-2025 |
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're looking for skilled Avionics technicians to become a key part of our team at RAAF Base Pearce, WA, working hands-on in an environment that demonstrates excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
This is your chance to be part of the supporting team looking after the Hawk Lead-In Fighter, one of the world's most successful advanced military jet trainer aircraft.
In this role, you will be taking on responsibilities that are as challenging as they are rewarding. Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, you'll be instrumental in keeping our fleet ready and safe.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with the Shift Team Lead to execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, ensuring all technical documentation is up-to-date and authorised.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, ensuring all procedures comply with BAE Systems and Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) regulations.
- Identify and report defects, maintenance issues, and quality non-conformances as they arise.
- Adhere to high standards of safety and quality while operating workshop equipment and performing maintenance tasks.
- Support flight operations as needed to meet operational demands.
About YOU
- Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)
- Proven experience in a similar workshop or hangar role.
- Ability to secure and maintain a “Baseline” defense security clearance.
- Strong understanding of DASA regulations, and a commitment to safety in every aspect of the job.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
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.
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.
