Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Airbus Australia; Richmond; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 4-day work week

Retail discounts

Generous parental leave entitlements

Travel discounts for flights and cars

Onsite parking

Professional development

Health plans

Job summary

Airbus Australia Pacific is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Engineers—Structures, Mechanical or Avionics—based at RAAF Base Richmond, NSW. You will join a team performing heavy maintenance and modifications on the C130J Hercules fleet, with Airbus-provided type training on onboarding and ongoing development opportunities.

We offer a 4-day work week (38 hours, Mon–Thu 6:00–4:00) with overtime, plus support for further education and professional growth within a global aerospace leader.

Qualifications

• Qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with appropriate licences.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance documentation and practices.
• Ability to work in teams with attention to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance and modifications on C130J Hercules.
• Collaborate with team at Richmond to meet RAAF requirements.
• Participate in on-boarding with Airbus training and ongoing education.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Verbal & written skills

Education

Cert IV Aeroskills

DASR 66 Licence

CASA Part 66 Licence

EASA Category B Credits

Aeronautical Eng NZ Diploma (Level 4+)

Aeronautical Eng NZ Diploma (Level 5+)

NVQ Aeronautical Eng (UK)

Craft Certificate - Aircraft Mechanics (IRE)

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Structures, Mechanical or Avionics

Are you looking to make a sea change? Or a move to the mountains?

Airbus Australia Pacific is currently seeking applications for qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our team based in Richmond, NSW.

About the location

Richmond is approximately an hour (65 km) out of Sydney, in the Hawkesbury region at the base of the Blue Mountains. Sydney arguably offers the best balance of environment and cultural delights with the added bonus of fantastic weather. New South Wales has some of the most stunning beaches and sea pools plus surrounding bushland. You will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful sights with a 4-day working week allowing you to have a long weekend, every weekend!

About the role

We are currently seeking Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Structures, Mechanical or Avionics, or people who hold equivalent trade qualification to join our team located at RAAF Base Richmond.

We provide heavy maintenance and modifications for the Royal Australian Air Force's fleet of C130J Hercules.

Airbus will provide C130J type-training as a part of your on-boarding experience and support your professional development such as further education, leadership development and unlimited access to a range of online training.

Please ensure that your application includes your current resume and a copy of your relevant qualifications.

Work hours

Airbus operates to a 4-day work week (38 hours), Mon – Thu (6.00 am – 4.00 pm), with overtime available.

You will be employed under the Airbus Australia Pacific Richmond Enterprise Agreement 2025 with salary ranging from $100,212 - $ 127,977 depending of level of experience, qualifications & company authorisations.

About you

To be successful in this role, it is a requirement to be able to work in a team environment, have a strong attention to detail as well as good verbal and written skills.

The knowledge, skills and experience best suited to this role would include:

• Hold any of the below qualifications or greater:
• Cert IV in Aeroskills
• DASR 66 Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• CASA Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence
• EASA Category B Examination Credits
• Cert in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 4) (NZ)
• Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 5 or greater) (NZ)
• NVQ Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (UK)
• Craft Certificate - Aircraft Mechanics (IRE)
• Understanding of relevant aircraft maintenance documentation and practices
• Valid Driver's License and Passport

Other experience that would be highly regarded includes:

• Experience in C130J maintenance is highly desirable.
• Experience in heavy maintenance is desirable.
• Any military aircraft maintenance experience is favourable.

About Airbus

With a 50-year track record of innovation, technological firsts and industry milestones, Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to a customer base that spans the globe – with operations for commercial aircraft, helicopters, defence, space and security. At Airbus, we believe that it's not just what we make, but how we make it that counts.

We are convinced that our customers, investors and the communities we are working with not only ask us to create products, jobs and shareholder returns, but to promote responsible, sustainable and inclusive business practices and act with integrity. We conduct our business ethically, based on Airbus values, and in compliance with all laws and regulations. We strive for a culture of integrity in our people, partners and suppliers

Six core values lie at the heart of Airbus, and these help us define not just “what we do” but “how we do it”. They are our foundation and help our employees identify with our company.

Nearly 55,000 Airbus employees participated in defining our values: We are one/teamwork, integrity, customer focus, reliability, respect and creativity. These values shape the DNA of our business, reflecting the unique blend of qualities found in every member of our global family.

Airbus in Australia Pacific

With employees at sites across Australia and New Zealand, Airbus in Australia Pacific has access to the financial strength and expertise of Airbus Helicopters and Airbus.

In Australia, Airbus provides MRO support to the P-8 Poseidon aircraft and C-130J Hercules transports for the Royal Australian Air Force's (RAAF) and the ARH Tiger armed reconnaissance helicopters for the Australian Army. This presence has made a direct contribution to the local economies, built regional aerospace capabilities and created high-value jobs in the aviation industry.

Airbus also operates an MRO business for rotary and fixed wing military aircraft in New Zealand. This covers aircraft operated by the New Zealand Defence Force, such as the C-130H and P-3K Orion. The New Zealand Defence Force operates eight NH90 helicopters successfully supporting disaster relief, search and rescue, and law enforcement operations.

In the civil and parapublic segments, there are around 700 Airbus helicopters in service in the Asia Pacific region from across the product line. Airbus in Australia Pacific is recognised as a leader in propeller and engine maintenance.

Why us?

At Airbus Richmond, we are a close-knit team with a strong sense of community. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working including a 4-day working week every week
• Shopping discounts across hundreds of retailers
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Travel discounts for flights, rental cars and accommodation
• Novated leasing and salary packaging options with two providers
• Free onsite physiotherapist
• Free onsite confidential counsellor
• Free onsite parking
• A commitment to your professional development through classroom and online learning
• Values driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experience
• Employee health plans and corporate discounts (via Bupa), access to Defence Health as a DISP member company

You must have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment screening which may include police checks, medical, and drug and alcohol testing.

If this sounds like a role for you apply now!