Are you an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with Defence aviation experience, looking for your next career move? Kinexus is seeking multiple AMEs from Avionics, Structural, or Mechanical backgrounds to support a high-profile Defence Aviation project in Sydney.
Join a team of aviation specialists providing crucial maintenance support to both ADF aircraft. These roles are ideal for ex-ADF personnel who understand Defence regulatory frameworks and seek a rewarding career within a supportive and professional team environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Defence aircraft (avionics, structural components, or mechanical systems).
* Undertake troubleshooting, fault finding, repairs, and modifications in line with approved procedures and standards.
* Assist in managing technical investigations, documentation, and reporting of maintenance activities and outcomes.
* Engage in configuration management and technical change management tasks, ensuring Defence compliance and operational readiness.
* Liaise with engineering teams, Defence stakeholders, and operational staff to support aircraft maintenance objectives.
* Provide technical mentoring and supervision to junior team members as required.
Skills & Experience Required
* Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics, Mechanical, or Structures).
* Proven experience in aircraft maintenance within a Defence environment (rotary-wing or fixed-wing platforms).
* Strong technical understanding of aircraft systems and Defence maintenance standards.
* Ability to read, interpret, and work from aircraft engineering drawings and specifications.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly document maintenance outcomes.
* BASELINE Defence Security Clearance (minimum requirement).
WHY APPLY?
* Career Development: Enhance your skills on a cutting-edge Defence aviation platform, with pathways for growth and advancement.
* Ex-ADF Friendly Environment: Join a team that values your Defence experience and understands your skill set.
* Permanent Opportunity: Enjoy job stability with full-time, permanent positions located in Sydney.
* Supportive Team Culture: Work with like-minded aviation professionals in a collaborative environment dedicated to Defence excellence.
Eligibility Requirements
* Australian Citizenship: Essential due to Defence requirements.
* Security Clearance: Must hold, at minimum, a BASELINE Defence security clearance (NV1 highly regarded).
READY FOR YOUR NEXT CHAPTER? | APPLY NOW
Ex-ADF Aircraft Maintenance Engineers-here's your chance to put your Defence experience to work in a meaningful civilian career. Apply now and join our specialist team supporting vital Defence aviation capabilities.
About Kinexus
Kinexus has provided specialist recruitment solutions to the Defence and Aerospace sectors for over 24 years, partnering with Australia's leading Defence organisations and helping skilled professionals secure rewarding careers.
All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, or contact Toby Wright on 0457 021 490