Lead Avionics Engineer – Defence Aircraft & Airworthiness

3020 NG Australia Pty Ltd.; Richmond; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Purchased annual leave

Salary packaging

Parental Leave 18 Weeks

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing Program

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to lead investigations into avionics issues and drive modifications for the C-27J Spartan fleet. You will work with design, maintenance and airworthiness teams to ensure safety, compliance and mission readiness, while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

You will possess an engineering degree in avionics/electronics with extensive aviation experience, including exposure to certification processes and regulatory

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified aviation engineer with relevant credentials.
• Experience in aviation design, airworthiness, and certification.
• Good knowledge of aviation regulations and safety processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical investigations into aircraft avionics issues.
• Develop and review aircraft modifications and repairs.
• Support flight trials, testing and systems integration activities.
• Conduct safety and risk assessments.
• Provide specialist avionics advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support airworthiness and certification activities.
• Mentor and coach engineers across the team.
• Contribute to engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Avionics Engineering

Aircraft Certification

Systems Engineering

Regulatory Knowledge

Leadership & Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree in Avionics/Electronics

Job description

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to lead investigations into avionics issues and drive modifications for the C-27J Spartan fleet. You will work with design, maintenance and airworthiness teams to ensure safety, compliance and mission readiness, while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

You will possess an engineering degree in avionics/electronics with extensive aviation experience, including exposure to certification processes and regulatory