Principal Avionics Engineer & Tech Lead (Defence)

Northrop Grumman; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-Day Fortnight

Hybrid Working

Career development

Additional Leave

Parental Leave (18 weeks)

Salary Packaging

Health & Wellbeing

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to shape the future of the C-27J Spartan. Located in Fortitude Valley, Springfield Lakes or Richmond, NSW Office.

This rare opportunity combines technical leadership, aircraft design, airworthiness, certification and operational problem-solving on a live Defence aviation capability. You’ll lead architectural solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers in a dynamic hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in avionics, electronics or electrical systems.
• Experience with aircraft certification, design, and airworthiness.
• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain NV1 clearance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Mentor and develop engineering capability.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Avionics

Systems Engineering

Certification

Education

Engineering degree (Avionics/Electronics/Electrical)

Job description

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Principal Avionics Engineer to shape the future of the C-27J Spartan. Located in Fortitude Valley, Springfield Lakes or Richmond, NSW Office.

This rare opportunity combines technical leadership, aircraft design, airworthiness, certification and operational problem-solving on a live Defence aviation capability. You’ll lead architectural solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineers in a dynamic hybrid environment.