GSE and Tool Store Coordinator

Soldier On; Northern Territory; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Triton GSE & Tooling Coordinator to manage the Tool Management System (TMS) and coordinate tooling, GSE and S&TE availability, maintenance, and compliance for the MQ-4C Triton program. You will oversee daily Tool Store operations and support maintenance planning to keep critical equipment ready.

You will work with technical teams in a fast-paced defence environment, applying strong organisation, safety focus, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience using a Tool Management System (TMS).
• Experience managing tooling, calibrated equipment, GSE or maintenance support equipment.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance environment and regulations (CASA/DASA highly regarded).
• Strong admin and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Safety, compliance and attention to detail.
• Fork Lift Licence (highly regarded).

Responsibilities

• Manage the Tool Management System (TMS) and coordinate tooling, GSE & S&TE availability, maintenance and compliance.
• Oversee daily Tool Store operations and support maintenance planning activities.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure critical equipment is available when needed.

Skills

Tool Management System

Tooling/GSE/TE management

Aircraft maintenance knowledge

MS Office / Admin

Communication skills

Safety/compliance focus

Fork Lift Licence

Tools

MS Office

GSE tooling

Job description

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Join Northrop Grumman Australia and help support one of the nation’s most advanced Defence capabilities, the MQ-4C Triton program. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role behind the scenes, ensuring maintenance teams have the tools, equipment and support they need to keep operations running smoothly.

Your role:

As the Triton GSE & Tooling Coordinator, you’ll manage the Tool Management System (TMS) and coordinate the availability, maintenance and compliance of tooling, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Support & Test Equipment (S&TE). You’ll oversee daily Tool Store operations, support maintenance planning activities and work closely with technical teams to ensure critical equipment is available when needed.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of logistics, coordination and hands‑on support in a fast‑paced aviation and Defence environment.

About you:

You are organised, proactive and take pride in delivering quality outcomes. You enjoy working collaboratively, building strong relationships and supporting mission‑critical operations.

You’ll bring:

• Experience using a Tool Management System (TMS).
• Experience managing tooling, calibrated equipment, GSE or maintenance support equipment.
• Knowledge of an aircraft maintenance environment and associated regulations (CASA/DASA highly regarded).
• Strong administrative and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A strong focus on safety, compliance and attention to detail.
• Fork Lift Licence (highly regarded).

At Northrop Grumman, you’ll be part of a team delivering meaningful work that supports Australia’s Defence capability while contributing to innovative, mission‑focused outcomes.

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.

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

Close Date: 14/11/2026