Aircraft Life Support Trainee

QinetiQ Group; Nowra; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ is seeking an Aircraft Life Support Trainee based in Nowra, NSW to support inspection, maintenance, testing and administration of Aircraft Life Support Equipment under supervision.

You will develop technical knowledge and practical skills in maintenance of life support equipment used by Defence aircrew, reporting to the ALSE Supervisor and progressing through structured training.

Qualifications

• Year 12 or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Ability to enrol in relevant qualification in Aircraft Life Support Equipment maintenance or related field is essential.
• Demonstrated interest in aviation, Defence, or technical maintenance environments is essential.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills, plus good communication.
• Basic computer literacy and a NSW driver’s licence (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified ALSE Technicians with maintenance on ALSE equipment.
• Support inspections, servicing, testing, repair and replacement of life support gear.
• Learn and apply maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance procedures and safety checks.
• Develop technical skills through structured training and hands-on experience.
• Assist with receipt, issue, storage and recovery of ALSE equipment.
• Support cleaning, preservation and packing of equipment.
• Assist with stock takes and inventory management.
• Help maintain equipment identification and traceability.
• Comply with health and safety requirements and complete training modules.

Skills

Interest in aviation

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. We deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Our determination to deliver and improve today, and anticipate and improve tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting and rewarding place to work and learn.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada, and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia's sovereign industrial capability for the future.

Based in Nowra, NSW we are excited to invite applications for an Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE) trainee to support the inspection, maintenance, testing, and administration of Aircraft Life Support equipment under the supervision and guidance of qualified ALSE personnel.

Reporting to the ALSE Supervisor, this role provides an entry pathway into Defence aviation sustainment by developing technical knowledge and practical skills in the maintenance and management of life support equipment used by Defence aircrew.

The opportunity

As an Aircraft Life Support Trainee,your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Assisting qualified ALSE Technicians with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities on Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE)
• Supporting inspections, servicing, testing, repair, and replacement of life support equipment in accordance with approved maintenance publications and procedures
• Learning and applying approved maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements
• Assisting in preparing equipment for maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements
• Developing technical skills through structured training and practical experience
• Assisting with the receipt, issue, storage, and recovery of life support equipment
• Supporting equipment cleaning, preservation, and packing activities
• Assisting with stocktakes and inventory management activities
• Supporting inventory management activities for life support equipment, consumables, and repairable assets
• Helping maintain equipment identification and traceability requirements
• Always complying with workplace health and safety requirements
• Successfully completing all required training modules and competency assessments

To be successful in the position ofAircraft Life Support Trainee you will need to bring with you:

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent qualification is essential
• Ability to enrol in relevant qualification or recognised trade training in Aircraft Life Support Equipment maintenance, aviation maintenance or a related technical discipline is essential
• Demonstrated interest in aviation, engineering, Defence, or technical maintenance environments is essential
• A strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills as well as good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards as well as a strong safety focus
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
• Current NSW driver's licence is desirable

Previous experience in a technical, mechanical, aviation, or Defence-related environment as well as vocational studies in aviation, engineering, manufacturing, or maintenance disciplines will be highly regarded.

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an Australian Defence security clearance, NV1 minimum or have the ability to obtain one.

Applications will close on 30th October 2026

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever-changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage, we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans, and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.