Engineer - Maintenance Programs & Reliability

Northrop Grumman; Queensland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Health & Wellbeing program

Employee discount program

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking an Engineer, Maintenance Programs & Reliability to analyse maintenance and operational data, investigate reliability issues and contribute to the KC-30A Aircraft Maintenance Program. You will work with Defence stakeholders, maintenance teams and technical specialists to improve aircraft availability, safety and performance.

The role requires a Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines and at least two years in aviation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Avionics or a related discipline.
• At least two years' aviation industry experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analysing aircraft reliability and performance data.
• Investigating technical defects and maintenance trends.
• Supporting maintenance program reviews, updates and optimisation initiatives.
• Contributing to airworthiness, integrity and sustainment activities.
• Collaborating with Defence, OEMs and internal engineering teams to deliver operational outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Aviation industry experience

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Avionics or related

Job description

Engineer – Maintenance Programs & Reliability

Join Northrop Grumman Australia and help deliver critical engineering outcomes that keep the Royal Australian Air Force's KC-30A fleet mission-ready. Working within the Maintenance Programs & Reliability team, you'll use engineering analysis and operational data to optimise aircraft maintenance programs, improve fleet reliability and support Defence capability outcomes.

Your role:

As an Engineer, Maintenance Programs & Reliability, you'll analyse maintenance and operational data, investigate reliability issues and contribute to the ongoing development of the KC-30A Aircraft Maintenance Program. Working closely with Defence stakeholders, maintenance teams and technical specialists, you'll help improve aircraft availability, safety and performance.

Key responsibilities include:

Analysing aircraft reliability and performance data.

Investigating technical defects and maintenance trends.

Supporting maintenance program reviews, updates and optimisation initiatives.

Contributing to airworthiness, integrity and sustainment activities.

Collaborating with Defence, OEMs and internal engineering teams to deliver operational outcomes.

About you:

You are a motivated engineer with a passion for aviation and solving complex technical problems. You enjoy working with data, engaging with stakeholders and contributing to outcomes that matter.

You'll bring:

A Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Avionics or a related discipline.

At least two years' aviation industry experience.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1).

Experience in aircraft sustainment, maintenance programs, reliability engineering or Defence aviation will be highly regarded.

Be part of something bigger. Join a team that pioneers innovation, supports Defence capability and delivers meaningful work with real-world impact.

What we offer:

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

Professional development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training

Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave

Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs

18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave

We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program

Employee Discount Program

Employee Recognition Program

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification