Senior Life Support Technician – Aircraft Survival Systems

Raytheon Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Australia seeks a Life Support Senior Technician to join the Life Support Section at the ILM Facility, based at RAAF Amberley. You will maintain, inspect, test, repair, and overhaul life support equipment for the F/A-18F and EA-18G aircraft.

The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance and quality, with opportunities for learning and professional development in a fast-moving defence environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Life Support or equivalent is required.
• Previous aircraft or workshop maintenance experience.
• Good understanding of Defence Aviation Safety Regulations.
• Eligible to obtain NV1 security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance, inspection, testing and repair of life support equipment for RAAF aircraft.
• Perform sewing, fabrication and repair of life support textiles as required.
• Carry out modifications and full functional testing of RI components on test equipment.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance in all activities.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Safety compliance

General mechanical aptitude

Education

Certificate III - Aircraft Life Support and Furnishing

Tools

CAMM2 system

Job description

Be valued and empowered to reach your full potential, supported by an inclusive culture

Enable the Australian Defence Force to execute missions effectively

Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!

Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Life Support Senior Technician.

Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.

This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia’s Defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force.

As the Raytheon Australia Life Support Senior Technician, you will be employed within the Life Support Section of the Intermediate Level Maintenance (ILM) Facility, undertaking maintenance, inspection, testing, repair, and overhaul activities on Life Support equipment fitted to the RAAF's F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft based at RAAF Base Amberley.

Working in support of Raytheon Australia's Air Combat Electronic Attack Sustainment Program (ACEASP), you will be responsible for ensuring the continued airworthiness and operational readiness of critical aircrew life support systems. The role includes conducting approved repair and sewing activities on textile-based life support assemblies and associated equipment, in accordance with authorised maintenance data, technical regulations, and quality requirements.

This position plays a vital role in sustaining the operational capability of the RAAF's frontline combat aircraft and requires a strong commitment to safety, compliance, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities to facilitate aeronautical component production within ADF Technical and Regulatory airworthiness guidelines.

Achieve Trade Supervisor authorisation for Life Support component maintenance activities within the Life Support section.

Repair and / or Bay Service of Repairable Items (RI’s) and sub components of the Aircraft Survival Kit Unit.

Perform sewing, fabrication, and repair of aviation life support equipment in accordance with approved maintenance procedures

Modifications (if required) of various parts or higher assemblies

Full functional testing of these RI’s on Test Equipment.

Strong focus on safety while meeting production requirements.

Ensuring Technical, Quality and Regulatory compliance is conducted to meet Defence Aviation Safety Regulations and ISO certifications.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Certificate III - Aircraft Life Support and Furnishing or national equivalent qualification.

Previous experience in Aircraft or workshop maintenance.

User familiarity with the ADF Computer Aided Maintenance Management 2 (CAMM2) system.

Have a good understanding of the Defence Aviation Safety Regulations.

Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security clearance as needed. Eligibility can be found athttps://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability

In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.

If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at *******@raytheon.com.au

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