Cabin Engineer - Mechanical & Avionics Systems

Aviation Labour Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual ongoing role

Job summary

Aviation Labour Group is seeking a skilled Cabin Engineer specializing in Mechanical and Avionics systems to support continuing airworthiness and cabin performance across several aircraft fleets. The role emphasizes reliability, compliance, and driving improvements in in-flight passenger experience.

The successful candidate will have an engineering degree and proven experience with aircraft cabin systems, including seating, IFE, galleys, and lighting, and must be based in Australia.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Avionics, Aerospace, Electrical, Electronics, or related discipline.
• Proven experience with aircraft cabin systems, interior design, and modifications.
• Strong understanding of continuing airworthiness and CASR Part 21 & 42 requirements.
• Experience working with Boeing and/or Airbus cabin systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, fleet-wide engineering projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical assessment skills.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to simplify technical information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Based in Australia (required).

Responsibilities

• Manage continuing airworthiness of cabin systems including seating, IFE, connectivity, galleys, lavatories, lighting, oxygen systems, and internal furnishings.
• Develop, maintain, and improve cabin maintenance programs across multiple aircraft fleets.
• Coordinate reliability initiatives, defect management, and engineering modifications.
• Conduct technical assessments of cabin system upgrades and improvements.
• Work with Maintenance, Engineering, OEMs, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
• Provide technical guidance to Engineers, Technical Officers, and stakeholders.
• Support optimisation of maintenance strategies and cabin system performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Technical assessment

Project management

Education

Engineering degree in Mechanical, Avionics, Aerospace, Electrical or related discipline

Job description

Cabin Engineer - Mechanical & Avionics Systems

Cabin Engineer - Cabin Systems (Mechanical & Avionics)

Location: Mascot, NSW
Employment Type: Casual, Ongoing | Full-Time hours

We are seeking a highly skilled Cabin Engineer to join a major airline's Technical Services team, supporting the continuing airworthiness and performance of aircraft cabin systems across multiple fleet types.

This is a key role for engineering professionals with strong experience across cabin mechanical and avionics systems, focused on reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement of the in-flight passenger experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage continuing airworthiness of cabin systems including seating, IFE, connectivity, galleys, lavatories, lighting, oxygen systems, and internal furnishings
• Develop, maintain, and improve cabin maintenance programs across multiple aircraft fleets
• Coordinate reliability initiatives, defect management, and engineering modifications
• Conduct technical assessments of cabin system upgrades and improvements
• Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, OEMs, and suppliers to resolve technical issues
• Provide technical guidance to Engineers, Technical Officers, and key stakeholders
• Support optimisation of maintenance strategies and cabin system performance

Candidate Requirements:

• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Avionics, Aerospace, Electrical, Electronics, or related discipline
• Proven experience with aircraft cabin systems, interior design, and modifications
• Strong understanding of continuing airworthiness and CASR Part 21 & 42 requirements
• Experience working with Boeing and/or Airbus cabin systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, fleet-wide engineering projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical assessment skills
• Excellent communication skills with ability to simplify technical information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail
• Based in Australia (required)

What We Offer:

• Casual ongoing role within a leading airline engineering environment
• Opportunity to work on complex, multi-aircraft fleet cabin systems
• Exposure to advanced mechanical and avionics cabin engineering practices
• Collaborative and high-performing technical services team