Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety

Um Holdings; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) in Australia is seeking a Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety to provide expert advice on propulsion and mechanical systems, review standards and regulatory guidance, and support compliance with airworthiness requirements.

The role requires deep experience in airworthiness of in-service aircraft, strong knowledge of Australian aviation law and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams to deliver regulatory oversight,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of recent airworthiness experience.
• Engineering degree eligible for Engineers Australia Professional Engineer category.
• Knowledge of Australia’s Civil Aviation Act 1988 and CASRs/CARs.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality technical advice to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Assist in developing procedures for certification and continuing airworthiness compliance.
• Review references, reports and directives to draft Airworthiness Directives and Bulletins.
• Represent CASA at forums and foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Promote CASA values, safety, equity and environmental management.

Skills

Airworthiness management

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety role reports to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety and is responsible for the provision of aircraft propulsion and mechanical systems advice, review of related technical standards and associated guidance material and regulatory processes, including support to other CASA business areas.

The Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety works under broad guidance. While part of the Continued Operational Safety team, there is an expectation to work independently across multiple tasks and complex projects.

This position provides technical advice and input to support the National Operations and Standards and Regulatory Oversight Divisions. The Propulsion and Mechanical Systems Engineer role contributes to regulatory oversight, projects, workgroups and training courses.

As the Senior Airworthiness Engineer - Continued Operational Safety you will:

• Undertake assigned tasks and make appropriate recommendations to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Provide high quality technical and other appropriate advice and support to the Manager, Continued Operational Safety.
• Assist other Branches, as necessary, with the development of procedures which CASA’s staff will use when determining compliance with aircraft certification and continuing airworthiness requirements.
• Provide input during the development of technical standards,
• Provide guidance within CASA and to industry, as to the applicability of technical airworthiness standards.
• Review applicable defect reports, manufacturer’s data, applicable Airworthiness Directives, reports and recommendations from the ATSB recommending corrective action by drafting Airworthiness Directives, Airworthiness Bulletins and other advisory information.
• Assist in the provision, interpretation, advice and guidance on airworthiness and engineering functions to CASA, ATSB, Airservices Australia, government agencies, the aviation industry and the public.
• Represent CASA at forums and foster collaborative ties with relevant organisations to ensure CASA maintains best practice in the area.
• Some domestic and international travel will be required.
• Promote workplace safety, equity and diversity, participative management and environmental management in the workplace and act in accordance with CASA’s Values and Behaviours.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience in managing airworthiness of in-service aircraft, including the resolution of continued operational safety issues and the development of airworthiness regulations, advisory material, bulletins, and internal engineering management procedures.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the continued operational safety of aircraft and associated systems.Relevant experience includes development of airworthiness concern assessments that involve risk analysis and trend and/or reliability monitoring, airworthiness directives, defect reporting, and alternate means of compliance.
• Project management experience with a demonstrated ability to manage, research and resolve highly complex, multi-disciplinary airworthiness concern issues concurrently.
• Experience in resolving airworthiness issues and making recommendations for approvals related to the continued operational safety of aircraft.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Australian aviation safety legislation, or a similar regulatory regime, relating to the continued operational safety of aircraft.
• Specialised engineering knowledge and experience in one or more relevant technical fields, including: aircraft engines (gas turbine and / or piston), hydraulics, pneumatics, propellers, fuel systems or emerging technology experience such as the new generation electric powered systems (air conditioning, brakes, fly by wire flight controls).
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplined and professionally diverse team.
• Experience in the certification of aircraft Propulsion and Mechanical systems or major changes in type design.
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and managing complex relationships effectively to achieve outcomes

Mandatory qualifications, licenses and experience

• University level engineering qualification that is applicable to the identified area of specialisation and be eligible for membership of Engineers Australia in the Professional Engineer occupational category
• 8+ years of recent experience in relevant job specialisation as listed above.
• In-depth understanding of Australia’s Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act) and relevant CASRs and CARs, guidance materials and other legislation, or similar aviation regulatory regime.

Desirable qualifications, licenses and experience

• Coaching and mentoring of others, preferably in a regulatory environment.
• Hold or be eligible to hold an Australian Security Identification Card (ASIC).
• Auditing experience.

Eligibility Requirements

Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act) and the CASA Enterprise Agreement. The following eligibility requirements apply to this position:

• At a minimum, prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and must be willing to provide the required information to successfully undergo a police record check.
• The position’s occupant must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance as required.
• As an employee in a safety sensitive position, perform, or be available to perform, safety sensitive aviation activities, as defined in the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998.
• Undertake and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as part of CASA’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Directive and Procedure.

About our Division

National Operations and Standards Division is responsible for the development and maintenance of the civil aviation safety regulatory scheme, associated guidance and supporting materials.This includes the consideration of policy initiatives and engaging with stakeholders on international standards and recommended practices and their associated documents. The range of responsibilities includes personnel licensing, flight operations, airworthiness, air navigation, airspace, aerodromes, and remotely piloted aircraft systems. The Division is also responsible for provision of regulatory services and surveillance, including aircraft certification and production and simulator certification.

Affirmative Measures

This vacancy is being advertised concurrently under a general and an affirmative measure recruitment process.

Affirmative measures is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people or people living with a disability, evidence will be requested if your application progresses under an affirmative measures process.

About us

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) primary function is to conduct the safety regulation of civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation civil air operations in Australia, Australian civil airspace and the operation of Australian aircraft overseas.

CASA is committed to having a flexible and inclusive workplace and recognises and values the diversity of the wider Australian community.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with Disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

Culture and benefits

We value our people. CASA values social and cultural diversity and is committed to a safe workplace. We are committed to the attraction, recruitment and retention of Indigenous Australians and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

CASA is committed to attaining and retaining the highest quality of skilled professionals and providing a desirable work environment in which they can maximise their talent and potential. We provide rewarding careers, promote work-life balance and support professional and personal development.

Contact Officer for enquiries: David Punshon | *************@casa.gov.au | 02 62171***

Closing Date for Applications: 11:30pm, AEST Sunday 1 November 2026