Hawk LIF - AME Avionics (Williamtown, NSW & Pearce, WA)

Sigma Aerospace; Port Stephens; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) – Avionics for permanent opportunities supporting the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) at Williamtown, near Newcastle, NSW and Pearce, WA. The role involves fault diagnosis across electrical and integrated avionics, in a highly regulated defence environment.

Applicants should have a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and be able to work with approved technical publications and certification

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) is mandatory.
• Australian citizenship and Defence security clearance eligibility required.
• Military or fast jet experience is not required, civilian aviation maintenance welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification of aircraft avionics systems.
• Work across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation as required by publications and certification.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Electrical systems

Documentation

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics)

MEA qualifications

Job description

Hawk LIF - AME Avionics (Williamtown, NSW & Pearce, WA)

Permanent Avionics AME opportunities at Williamtown (Newcastle) or Pearce.Work on the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) in a specialised Defence aviation environMilitary and fast jet experience not essential

Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) – Avionics for permanent opportunities supporting the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) at Williamtown, near Newcastle, NSW and Pearce, WA.

This is an opportunity for qualified Avionics AMEs to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation maintenance environment, carrying out fault diagnosis and maintenance across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.

The role is suited to experienced avionics maintenance professionals with a strong technical foundation, attention to detail and a commitment to working in accordance with approved technical publications and certification requirements.

Previous military or fast jet experience is not required. Candidates with relevant civilian aviation maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) – Avionics for permanent opportunities supporting the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) at Williamtown, near Newcastle, NSW and Pearce, WA.

This is an opportunity for qualified Avionics AMEs to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation maintenance environment, carrying out fault diagnosis and maintenance across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.

The role is suited to experienced avionics maintenance professionals with a strong technical foundation, attention to detail and a commitment to working in accordance with approved technical publications and certification requirements.

Previous military or fast jet experience is not required. Candidates with relevant civilian aviation maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

You will

Carry out fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification of aircraft avionics systems.

Work across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.

Perform maintenance activities in accordance with approved technical publications and procedures.

Ensure maintenance work complies with applicable technical, quality and certification requirements.

Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Work collaboratively within a high-performance aircraft maintenance team.

Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Required Role Experience

Aircraft avionics maintenance experience, including practical fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical and integrated aircraft systems.

Maintenance Qualification

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) is mandatory.

Relevant MEA qualifications are also required.

Candidates holding an alternative Avionics qualification may be considered subject to client assessment and acceptance.

Work Rights

Must be an Australian Citizen.

Security Clearance

Must hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, an Australian Defence Security Clearance (Baseline or NV1).

Candidates do not need to hold an active security clearance at the time of application.

ITAR Eligibility

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required ITAR eligibility. Relevant nationality information may be assessed by the client.

Location / Availability

Opportunities are available at Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW and Pearce, WA.

Candidates outside these locations may be considered, with relocation assistance available.

Additional Requirements

Ability to work in accordance with approved technical publications, maintenance documentation and certification requirements.

Skills

Strong avionics maintenance knowledge, practical fault-finding ability, accurate documentation habits and confidence working across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.

Attitude

Safety-focused, reliable, detail-oriented, team-focused and committed to maintaining high technical and compliance standards.

Desirable Experience

Previous Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) avionics maintenance experience is advantageous.

Previous military or fast jet experience is not required.

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