Senior AME - Avionics

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

diagnose and escalate technical issues and contribute practical solutions support maintenance planning, including labour, parts, tooling and facility

Requirements Summary

a Cert IV in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics although mechanical & Structural may be considered. sound under

Technical Tools

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AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics to join our Brisbane maintenance operation.

This is a hands-on Senior AME opportunity for an experienced avionics tradesperson who wants to stay close to the aircraft while taking on greater technical responsibility, solving maintenance challenges and helping develop other AMEs and apprentices.

About the Role

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You'll work as part of an experienced aircraft maintenance team delivering safe, serviceable aircraft on schedule.

The role has a strong hands-on maintenance focus. You'll perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, support defect rectification and help plan the people, parts, tooling and facilities needed to get the job done safely and effectively.

You'll also have the opportunity to share your experience by providing technical mentoring and training to AMEs and apprentices.

What We Offer

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This role gives an experienced AME the opportunity to remain genuinely hands-on while expanding into technical mentoring, maintenance planning and continuous improvement.

· 4-Day Work Week – Enjoy a four-day working week, with opportunities for optional overtime and occasional weekend work.

· Build Your Aviation Career – From licensing pathways to ongoing upskilling, we actively invest in developing our aircraft maintenance people.

· A Crew You'll Want to Be Part Of – Join a close-knit maintenance team with an active social club, regular BBQs and a strong team culture.

· Health & Wellbeing – Access free onsite physio every Wednesday, plus health, wellbeing and employee discount programs.

· Work That Matters – The aircraft you maintain directly support real-world Defence operations, so you can see the impact of your work.

· Volunteer & Reservist Leave – Access dedicated leave to support community, volunteering and Reservist commitments.

Responsibilities

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You'll:

→diagnose and escalate technical issues and contribute practical solutions
→support maintenance planning, including labour, parts, tooling and facility requirements
→maintain effective tool, FOD and aeronautical product control
→support ON and OFF aircraft maintenance activities
→work closely with maintenance planning and other aircraft trades
→maintain high aviation safety, quality and WHS standards
→mentor and support AMEs and apprentices
→contribute ideas that improve maintenance capability and processes.

You'll bring:

a Cert IV in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Avionics although mechanical & Structural may be considered.
sound understanding of aviation safety and WHS requirements
the ability to obtain and maintain the required AGSVA security clearance.

Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.

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