Aviation Life Support Trainee - Start Your Defence Career

QinetiQ Australia; Nowra; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ Australia seeks an Aircraft Life Support Equipment trainee in Nowra, NSW. The role offers an entry pathway into Defence aviation sustainment through hands-on maintenance, inspections, and procedures under supervision.

You will learn to assist ALSE technicians, handle inventory, and comply with safety requirements, with formal training and competency assessments guiding your progression.

Qualifications

• Year 12 or equivalent essential.
• Eligible to enrol in ALSE maintenance training or related qualification.
• Demonstrated interest in aviation/Defence environments.
• Strong willingness to learn with good communication.
• Current NSW driver’s licence is desirable.
• Experience in technical/maintenance settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified ALSE technicians with scheduled maintenance.
• Support inspections, servicing, testing and repair of ALSE.
• Learn and apply approved maintenance procedures and safety rules.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance procedures and tracking.
• Develop technical skills through structured training and practice.
• Support stock handling and inventory of life support equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Basic computer literacy

Willingness to learn

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Enrol in ALSE maintenance training

Interest in aviation/Defence

Job description

QinetiQ Australia seeks an Aircraft Life Support Equipment trainee in Nowra, NSW. The role offers an entry pathway into Defence aviation sustainment through hands-on maintenance, inspections, and procedures under supervision.

You will learn to assist ALSE technicians, handle inventory, and comply with safety requirements, with formal training and competency assessments guiding your progression.