Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical - MC-55)
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (Mechanical) - MC-55A Peregrine
Edinburgh, SA
About the opportunity
The Peregrine MC-55A is a new airborne electronic warfare capability based on the Gulfstream G550 Platform that will be integrated into Defence Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare joint warfighting networks.
Airbus Australia is seeking applications from Mechanical Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our team in Edinburgh, SA in support of this new platform.
About the role
Reporting to the Team Lead Aircraft Maintenance, this is an exciting opportunity to get involved with the newest addition to the RAAF fleet in Edinburgh, the MC-55A Peregrine
As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer on the Peregrine platform, you will be responsible for performing on aircraft maintenance activities, off aircraft maintenance and supporting operational units in industry specific tasks, such as advanced systems troubleshooting and rectification of aircraft and of competent modifications.
The positions will be paid in accordance with the Airbus Australia Pacific (Edinburgh) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2024.
About you
To be successful in this role, it is a requirement to be able to work in a team environment, have well developed stakeholder engagement and expectation management skills as well as good verbal and written skills. You will need to be someone who is able to work autonomously and to tight deadlines and work comfortably in a continuous improvement work environment.
You will be able to work integrated with military personnel locally and in deployed locations (as required by the Customer).
We are looking for someone who is excited to learn and eager to contribute to the success of the new platform supporting the RAAF.
The qualifications, skills and experience best suited to this role include:
* Cert IV Aeroskills (Mechanical) or equivalent issued by a Registered Training Organisation
* High-Level aviation airworthiness regulatory knowledge and its applicability in the relevant environment
* Understanding of relevant aircraft maintenance documentation and practices
* Knowledge of and experience using Interactive Electronic Technical Publications
* Ability to obtain a B level Military Aircraft Maintenance License
* High-level communication skills, both verbal and written
* High-level computer skills in Microsoft Office applications
What's on offer?
* Free onsite Physiotherapist available
* Free onsite confidential counsellor
* Shopping discounts across hundreds of retailers
* Travel discounts for flights, rental cars and accommodation
* Novated leasing options with two providers
* Free onsite parking
* Generous parental leave entitlements
* A commitment to your professional development through classroom and online learning
* Employee health plans & Employee Assistance Program
* BUPA healthcare provider corporate rates & access to Defence Health as a Defence Industry company
* Clear operational and strategic objectives with significant future commercial opportunities
* Supportive structures, systems and processes with a commitment to your development
* Strong links to the broader Airbus Group global community
* Values driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experience
Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
As a High-Level Australian Government Security Clearance is a requirement for this role, you must be eligible for Australian citizenship. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are also applicable for this role, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also have the capacity to satisfy criminal history screening and pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing.
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