Avionics AME for P-8A Poseidon – 9‑Day Fortnight

Airbus; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Career development opportunities

Internal promotion opportunities

Recognition scheme and health programs

Inclusive, supportive workplace

Job summary

Airbus Australia is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) to support the RAAF P-8A Poseidon fleet at RAAF Base Edinburgh. You will perform hands-on avionics maintenance, fault finding, and system upgrades while ensuring airworthiness and safety standards.

The role offers a structured career pathway, formal learning opportunities, and a 9-day fortnight. Applicants should have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) and pursue a B2-level maintenance licence for the Poseidon

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) or an equivalent from an RTO.
• Ability to obtain a B2-level Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence on the P-8A Poseidon.
• Proven avionics systems experience, including digital data buses, wiring integration and airworthiness regulations.
• Comfort reading schematics and IETPs; solid computer literacy (MS Office).
• Strong written and verbal communication; team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-aircraft and off-aircraft avionics, electrical, radio, and mission systems maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose and rectify complex electrical/electronic issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Work with IETPs, wiring diagrams, and manuals to document work and ensure airworthiness.
• Maintain strict ESD/wiring integrity controls and safety standards in the hangar.

Skills

Avionics systems

Electrical data buses

Wiring integration

Airworthiness regulations

IETPs reading

MS Office

Clear communication

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)

Tools

Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETPs)

Job description

Airbus Australia is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) to support the RAAF P-8A Poseidon fleet at RAAF Base Edinburgh. You will perform hands-on avionics maintenance, fault finding, and system upgrades while ensuring airworthiness and safety standards.

The role offers a structured career pathway, formal learning opportunities, and a 9-day fortnight. Applicants should have a Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) and pursue a B2-level maintenance licence for the Poseidon