Deputy Responsible Manager

globalhr; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Australia is seeking a Deputy Responsible Manager to lead governance, safety, and compliance for the ACEASP program at the ILM Facility, RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. You will manage maintenance regulatory adherence, collaborate with senior managers, and mentor technical staff to deliver safe, compliant off-aircraft maintenance for F/A-18F and EA-18G aircraft.

The role requires a Diploma in Aeroskills or Maintenance Management, potential Defence clearance, and strong IT capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aviation Safety Management Systems.
• Familiarity with CAMM2 computerised maintenance management system.
• Strong IT skills and ability to use computer-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance activities to support aeronautical component production in line with ADF safety standards.
• Collaborate with ILM staff and team leads to resolve maintenance issues.
• Work with Production Controller to achieve targets safely and on time.
• Ensure compliance with DASR and ISO standards in program activities.
• Uphold aviation safety governance and regulatory oversight.

Skills

Aviation Safety Systems experience

CAMM2 familiarity

IT proficiency

Education

Diploma in Aeroskills (Mechanical or Avionics) or Diploma in Maintenance Management

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-02

Country:

Australia

Location:

AU-QLD-AMBERLEY-RAAF-CUST ~ RAAF Base Amberley ~ AMBERLEY RAAF (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

• Support Australia’s Defence mission

• Be valued and empowered to reach your full potential, supported by an inclusive culture
• Enable the Australian Defence Force to execute missions effectively

Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia! Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Deputy Responsible Manager. Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow’s capabilities.

Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities

for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.

As the Deputy Responsible Manager for Raytheon Australia, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the Air Combat Electronic Attack Sustainment Program (ACEASP) within the Intermediate Level Maintenance (ILM)Facility at RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland. Working in close partnership with the Responsible Manager (Senior Maintenance Manager), you will contribute to the effective delivery of technical governance, airworthiness oversight, and regulatory compliance with the Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR).

In this pivotal position, you will help ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of contracted off-aircraft maintenance activities for equipment fitted to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate maintenance activities to support aeronautical component production in compliance with Australian Defence Force (ADF) technical and regulatory airworthiness requirements.

• Collaborate with ILM workshop staff and Technical Team Leads to identify, investigate, and resolve maintenance-related issues.

• Working with the ILM Production Controller to ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and within established timeframes.

• Work closely with the program Responsible Manager and Quality Manager to ensure compliance with Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) and ISO certifications.

• Undertake the role of Aviation Safety Manager for the program.

• Manage, mentor, train and conduct performance development evaluations for Technical Team Leads.
• Undertake recruitment activities for technical staff as required.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Diploma in Aeroskills (Mechanical or Avionics) or Diploma in Maintenance Management.

• Hold or have the ability to gain Defence Aviation Safety Authority (DASA) Form 4 Holder Responsible Manager accreditation.

• Hold Engineers Australia Chartered status or meet the criteria to attain a Chartered credential.

• Experience or qualifications in Aviation Safety Management Systems.

• A high level of expertise utilising computer-based applications and systems.

• User familiarity with the ADF Computer Aided Maintenance Management 2 (CAMM2) system.

• Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security clearance as needed. Eligibility can be found athttps://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability

In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant defence capabilities.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.