At BAE Systems Australia:
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
BAE Systems Australia is proud to work in a thriving sector that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day, we push boundaries to deliver some of the world’s most innovative and advanced technologies.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia protected, our shared passion shapes our culture, and our people make it a truly great place to work.
We’re an industry leader in advanced manufacturing, expanding sovereign capability at our Edinburgh Parks facility in Adelaide. Our programs deliver cutting-edge solutions across Police and Defence’s Air, Land, and Sea domains.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting permanent, full-time chance in our Advanced Manufacturing – Advanced Machining team at Edinburgh Parks, SA. As a qualified and licenced Electrician with mechanical maintenance experience from Defence, Aviation, or another highly regulated environment, you’ll join a small specialist team supporting CNC machinery, automated systems, and precision electronics equipment. You’ll perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to keep operations safe and reliable.
In this role you’ll:
- Perform preventative maintenance/repairs on CNC machinery, robotics & automation systems.
- Diagnose and resolve faults across PLCs, drives, sensors, HMIs and low-voltage control systems.
- Respond to breakdowns with structured troubleshooting to restore equipment quickly.
- Complete minor mechanical tasks such as bearings, belts, lubrication and guarding adjustments.
- Perform electrical safety testing & ensure work meets AS/NZS & internal compliance standards.
- Equipment installations, commissioning, upgrades & minor electrical/mechatronic modifications.
- Accurate CMMS records to support planning, asset history and reliability improvements.
- Collaborating with mechanical, engineering, production & quality teams to optimise performance.
- Identify reliability risks and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow isolation procedures, safe work practices and all quality standards.
- Provide responsive support to production, communicating effectively with stakeholders.
- Mentor junior technicians and apprentices through on-the-job guidance.
- Assist engineering teams with diagnostic docs, technical updates and maintenance procedures.
- Review, update and produce technical publications and test procedures.
About YOU
- Australian Electrical Trade Qualification (Electrical Fitter or equivalent).
- Current Electrical Licence.
- High-Risk Work Licence (EWP) and LOTO/permit-to-work training preferred.
- Experience in Defence, Aviation, or other complex and highly regulated environments.
- Commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- Electrical maintenance experience in CNC machining, robotics, advanced manufacturing, or high-precision production environments.
We believe in hiring for potential. If this role interests you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
At BAE Systems Australia, you’ll join a workplace that genuinely cares about your wellbeing. We value diversity and understand that an inclusive culture helps everyone thrive. As Australia’s largest defence company, you’ll be part of a global team delivering some of the most advanced and meaningful work in the country — with endless opportunities to shape your career, wherever it may lead.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We’re proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and as a member of the Circle Back Initiative, committed to responding to every applicant. To learn more about our employee benefits, flexibility options, and recruitment process, visit BAE Systems Careers.
Application REQUIREMENT & CLEARANCE
To apply, please submit your CV and whilst not mandatory a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role is desirable. As a Defence security clearance is required, applicants must be Australian citizens and either hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance. Further information on security clearances can be found here. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are also applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.