Edinburgh Maintenance Lead for Defence ISR Aircraft

Airbus; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

On-site parking

Health plans

Free on-site physiotherapist

Confidential counselling services

Novated leasing options

Parental leave

Shopping discounts

Flight discounts

Car rental discounts

Professional development

Well-being program

Job summary

Airbus Australia Pacific is seeking an experienced Edinburgh Maintenance Manager to lead the MRO operations at RAAF Base Edinburgh. You will drive safety, technical rigor, and delivery across P-8A Poseidon and MC-55A Peregrine fleets, coordinating a skilled workforce and liaising with defence partners to ensure airworthiness and readiness.

You will oversee budgets, people, and programs while championing LEAN improvements and apprenticeship pathways in a high‑tempo defence environment.

Qualifications

• Part 66 licence or equivalent with related aerospace qualifications.
• 5–8+ years in technical and maintenance management within aviation.
• Proven track record leading large multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Deep knowledge of Part 145 and Part M (CASR, DASR, EASA).
• Experience as Responsible Manager is advantageous.
• Understanding of maintenance delivery, planning, engineering and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage workforce delivering scheduled servicings, line maintenance, defect rectification and complex modifications for P-8A Poseidon and MC-55A Peregrine fleets.
• Coordinate tooling, personnel, and ground support to align with production schedules and SLAs.
• Champion a proactive Safety Management System prioritising well-being and fatigue management.
• Ensure compliance with DASR Part 145 and Part M regulations and Airbus defence frameworks.
• Manage site OPEX, drive LEAN and cost‑effective continuous improvement.
• Lead succession planning, apprenticeships, multi‑skilling, and mentoring to build a strong engineering culture.

Skills

People management

Stakeholder engagement

LEAN practices

Safety leadership

Education

Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence

Diploma of Aeroskills

Australian Diploma/Degree in Aerospace/Aviation Engineering

CEngA accreditation / postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Airbus Australia Pacific is seeking an experienced Edinburgh Maintenance Manager to lead the MRO operations at RAAF Base Edinburgh. You will drive safety, technical rigor, and delivery across P-8A Poseidon and MC-55A Peregrine fleets, coordinating a skilled workforce and liaising with defence partners to ensure airworthiness and readiness.

You will oversee budgets, people, and programs while championing LEAN improvements and apprenticeship pathways in a high‑tempo defence environment.