Hawk LIF - AME Mechanical (Williamtown, NSW)

Sigma Resources; Port Stephens; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Full-Time Employment

Work on Hawk LIF Defence Platform

Job summary

Sigma Aerospace Workforce in Australia is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Mechanical to support Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) maintenance at Williamtown, NSW and Pearce, WA. This is a permanent, full-time role within a regulated defence aviation environment, performing fault diagnosis and maintenance on the Hawk LIF system.

You will work with electrical/integrated aircraft systems, maintain certification standards, and contribute to safe, efficient operations as part of a

Qualifications

• Aircraft maintenance knowledge with fault diagnosis skills.
• Experience with electrical and integrated aircraft systems helpful.
• Strong documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fault diagnosis and maintenance on Hawk LIF.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Work to approved publications and certification requirements.
• Contribute to safe and compliant maintenance operations.
• Collaborate with defence aviation maintenance team.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Electrical systems

Maintenance documentation

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)

Job description

Hawk LIF - AME Mechanical (Williamtown, NSW)

Quick Overview
Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical
City/Airport: Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW or Pearce, WA
Aircraft: BAE125/ Hawker Family
Shift: Day or afternoon shift options available
Day Shift: 6:30am – 3:00pm Monday to Thursday, 6:30am – 1:00pm Friday
Afternoon Shift: 2:45pm – 11:15pm Monday to Thursday
Work Type: Defence Aviation Maintenance
Terms: Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation: Relocation assistance available

Quick Overview
Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical
City/Airport: Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW or Pearce, WA
Aircraft: BAE125/ Hawker Family
Shift: Day or afternoon shift options available
Day Shift: 6:30am – 3:00pm Monday to Thursday, 6:30am – 1:00pm Friday
Afternoon Shift: 2:45pm – 11:15pm Monday to Thursday
Work Type: Defence Aviation Maintenance
Terms: Permanent, Full-Time
Relocation: Relocation assistance available

Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days
Role Description
Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Mechanical to support Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) maintenance operations at Williamtown, NSW and Pearce, WA.
These permanent opportunities offer the chance to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation environment, supporting the maintenance and operational capability of a military fast jet platform.
You will undertake fault diagnosis and aircraft maintenance activities across electrical and integrated aircraft systems, working in accordance with approved technical publications, maintenance procedures and certification requirements.
Military or fast jet experience is not essential. We welcome suitably qualified aircraft maintenance engineers from commercial, general aviation and other maintenance backgrounds who are looking to develop their careers within Defence aviation.
You will:

• Carry out aircraft fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification activities on the Hawk LIF.
• Work in accordance with approved technical publications and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and comply with applicable certification requirements.
• Contribute to safe, efficient and compliant aircraft maintenance operations.
• Work collaboratively within a high-performance engineering and maintenance team.

Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days
Role Description
Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Mechanical to support Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) maintenance operations at Williamtown, NSW and Pearce, WA.
These permanent opportunities offer the chance to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation environment, supporting the maintenance and operational capability of a military fast jet platform.
You will undertake fault diagnosis and aircraft maintenance activities across electrical and integrated aircraft systems, working in accordance with approved technical publications, maintenance procedures and certification requirements.
Military or fast jet experience is not essential. We welcome suitably qualified aircraft maintenance engineers from commercial, general aviation and other maintenance backgrounds who are looking to develop their careers within Defence aviation.
You will:

• Carry out aircraft fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification activities on the Hawk LIF.
• Support maintenance activities across relevant aircraft systems.
• Work in accordance with approved technical publications and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and comply with applicable certification requirements.
• Contribute to safe, efficient and compliant aircraft maintenance operations.
• Work collaboratively within a high-performance engineering and maintenance team.

Essential Requirements

Required Role Experience: Aircraft maintenance experience with demonstrated fault diagnosis and maintenance capabilities. Experience working with electrical and integrated aircraft systems will be important.

Previous Hawk LIF experience will be advantageous. However, fast jet and military aviation experience are not essential.

Maintenance Qualification / Licence

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) required, together with relevant MEAs.

Work Rights

• Must be an Australian Citizen.
• Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, an Australian Defence Security Clearance at Baseline or NV1 level.
• Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain the required ITAR eligibility.
• A current security clearance is not required at the time of application, provided candidates are eligible to obtain one.

Location / Availability

• Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW
• Pearce, WA

Skills

Strong aircraft maintenance knowledge, fault-finding ability, technical documentation discipline and confidence working in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.

Attitude

Safety-first, reliable, professional, team-focused and able to work effectively within a structured Defence aviation maintenance environment.

Role Benefits

• Permanent Full-Time Employment
• Work on the Hawk Lead-In Fighter Defence Platform

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce
Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity.
Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia’s most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.

Additional information

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) and relevant MEAs required
• Australian Citizenship and eligibility to obtain Defence security clearance and
• Permanent opportunity working on the Hawk Lead-In Fighter,

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