Hawk Lead-In Fighter - Aircraft Maintenance Engineers

Bae Systems; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems Hawk Lead-In-Fighter program seeks Aircraft Maintenance Engineers across Mechanical, Avionics, Structures & Armament trades to support ongoing sustainment and capability growth based in Williamtown NSW. You will report to a Team Leader and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with technical data and regulatory standards.

The role requires Certificate IV in Aeroskills trade or equivalent, Australian citizenship, and eligibility for Defence clearance.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and compliance mindset critical to role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-performance teams.
• Defence security requirements and ITAR awareness are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance covering hydraulic, environmental, pneumatic and propulsion systems.
• Avionics fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical/integrated systems.
• Structures production, repair of sheet metal and bonded structures; structural modifications and inspections.
• Armament responsibilities including maintenance of emergency systems and loading equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

High-performance teamwork

Defence security/compliance mindset

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills trade or equivalent

Job description

Trades: Mechanical, Avionics, Structures & Armament Program: Hawk Lead-In-Fighter

Location: Williamtown, NSW
Job Type: Perm FT - Waged EA

Why join the BAE Systems Australia? BAE Systems Australia works in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce innovative and ground-breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible. With a rich heritage in combat and fast jet trainer aircraft, BAE Systems Australia is a global leader in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of cutting-edge aerospace solutions. Operating across Australia and around the globe, we are dedicated to supporting the Australian Defence Force (ADF) at every stage of the air sector's life cycle - from design and development to production, training, support, and maintenance.

About the OPPORTUNITY:

BAE Systems Hawk Lead-In-Fighter program is current hiring qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers across Mechanical, Avionics, Structures & Armament trades, to support with the ongoing sustainment and capability growth based in Williamtown NSW. As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer on the program, you will report to a Team Leader and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities in accordance with authorised technical data and regulatory standards.

Mechanical:

• Responsible for hydraulic, environmental, pneumatic and propulsion systems, related system components and propellers at a standard to meet all regulatory and airworthiness requirements.

Avionics:

• Fault diagnosis and maintenance of avionics systems
• Electrical and integrated aircraft systems
• Compliance with technical publications and certification requirements

Structures:

• Production, maintenance and sheet metal repair
• Composite and bonded structure repairs
• Structural modifications and inspections

Armament:

• Maintain the emergency escape system, egress systems and aircraft weapon systems from the computers on board to the stores the aircraft carries
• Load and handle various aircraft and stores

About YOU

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills trade or equivalent (Mandatory)
• Australian Citizenship (Mandatory)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance and ITAR (Mandatory)
• Strong attention to detail and compliance mindset
• Ability to work in high-performance team environments

Application Requirements & Clearances

Equivalent aircraft maintenance trade qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis depending how it aligns to the current Certificate IV in Aeroskills apprenticeship training standard. Please note, as a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances: further information regarding security clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

About US

At BAE Systems Australia, you'll join a workplace that genuinely cares about your wellbeing. We value diversity and understand that an inclusive culture helps everyone thrive. As Australia's largest defence company, you'll be part of a global team delivering some of the most advanced and meaningful work in the country, with endless opportunities to shape your career, wherever it may lead. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We're proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and to be awarded the Benchmarcx 'Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026'. To learn more about our employee benefits and recruitment process, visit BAE Systems Careers: www.baesystemscareers.com.au