Field Services Representative

Northrop Grumman; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

2 weeks extra annual leave

Novated car lease

Parental leave 18 Weeks

Volunteer leave

Wellbeing program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a KC-30A Field Service Representative to work with RAAF operations, providing hands-on engineering support and trusted technical guidance to keep aircraft available and mission-ready.

The role requires CASA or DASA A330/KC-30A licensed engineers, experience as a certifier, and demonstrated leadership across maintenance and engineering teams in Defence or commercial aviation contexts.

Qualifications

• Must hold CASA or DASA A330/KC-30A B1/B2 license.
• Experience as certifier on A330 or KC-30A platform is required.
• Strong operational/flight line experience in Defence or aviation.
• Experience exercising Engineering Authority or Release Authority or progress toward these roles.
• Ability to build relationships, share knowledge and solve problems pragmatically.

Responsibilities

• Become a trusted technical advisor to RAAF during maintenance activities.
• Support aircraft availability via troubleshooting and defect resolution.
• Provide technical leadership across stakeholders when issues arise.
• Foster a collaborative environment with knowledge sharing and problem solving.

Skills

Licensed engineer

Aircraft maintenance experience

Engineering Authority experience

Customer coordination

Education

A330 KC-30A licensed engineer (B1/B2)

Job description

1d ago , from Northrop Grumman Corporation

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

We are Northrop Grumman Australia (NGA). Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career.

The Role:

As a KC-30A Field Service Representative, you'll work alongside RAAF operations and maintenance teams, helping keep one of Australia's most important air mobility and air-to-air refuelling capabilities available and mission ready. This is a hands-on role for an experienced licensed engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working directly with operators, and being trusted to make informed decisions when aircraft availability is on the line.

The team supports Amberley operations around the clock and provides technical support wherever the aircraft goes. That includes domestic and international travel alongside Squadron activities when required. You'll work closely with maintainers, engineers, program stakeholders and Defence personnel, acting as a key link between the flight line and the broader sustainment team.

Success in this role is as much about people as it is technical expertise. The strongest performers build relationships quickly, work through challenges pragmatically and help resolve issues without creating unnecessary friction.

Key Responsibilities

• Become a trusted technical advisor to RAAF personnel during planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Support aircraft availability through troubleshooting, defect resolution and practical technical guidance.
• Technical leadership across operational, maintenance and engineering stakeholders when complex issues arise.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment where knowledge sharing and problem solving are valued.

About You

• CASA or DASA A330/KC-30A B1 and/or B2 licensed engineer.
• Experience as a certifier on the A330 or KC-30A platform.
• Strong operational or flight line experience within Defence or commercial aviation environments.
• Experience exercising Engineering Authority, Release Authority, or working towards these responsibilities.
• Known for building strong working relationships, sharing knowledge and approaching problems with a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
• Someone who enjoys working directly with customers, operators and maintainers and takes pride in helping a team achieve the best outcome.

If you're supporting the KC-30A fleet today, have supported it previously, or you're an experienced A330 certifier interested in applying your expertise in an operational Defence environment please reach out!

What we Offer

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Purchased extra annual leave – 2 weeks
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks
• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

Everyone Matters

Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please [e-mail] NB Files cannot be sent to this address.

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.

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