Structures | AME

Airnorth; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks: discounted airfares

Health insurance discounts

Shift opportunities

Job summary

Airnorth is seeking a motivated Structures (Sheet Metal) Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering team in Darwin. This role ensures structural maintenance data and procedures are followed and supports all maintenance activities.

You will inspect, repair and fabricate sheet metal components, interpret drawings and regulations, and maintain accurate records. A CASA Part 145 environment and ASIC eligibility are advantageous for this role.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) or equivalent.
• Experience in aircraft sheet metal and structural repairs.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and maintenance data.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to obtain ASIC and Airside Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural inspections, repairs and modifications.
• Manufacture and fabricate components from sheet metal.
• Repair skins, panels, frames, ribs, floors and control surfaces.
• Conduct corrosion inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Install modification kits and engineering orders.
• Accurately complete maintenance records and documentation.
• Maintain tooling and work areas in a safe condition.
• Support general aircraft maintenance activities as directed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures)

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Airnorth is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Structures (Sheet Metal) | Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) to join our Engineering team. This role is responsible for ensuring all structural and maintenance activities are completed in accordance with approved maintenance data, regulatory requirements and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural inspections, repairs and modifications.
• Manufacture and fabricate aircraft components from sheet metal and approved materials.
• Repair and replace aircraft skins, panels, frames, ribs, floor structures and control surfaces.
• Conduct corrosion inspections, treatment and preventative maintenance.
• Install modification kits and engineering orders.
• Accurately complete maintenance records and documentation.
• Maintain tooling, equipment and work areas in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Support general aircraft maintenance activities as directed.

About You:

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) or an equivalent recognised aircraft structural trade qualification.
• Experience in aircraft sheet metal and structural repairs.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, SRMs, AMMs and approved maintenance data.
• Strong attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Computer literacy and experience using maintenance management systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC and Airside Driver's Licence.

Desirable:

• Experience on aircraft types operated by Airnorth.
• Experience within a CASA Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation.
• Composite repair and corrosion control experience.
• NDT awareness or qualifications.

Why Airnorth:

• Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements under the local Enterprise Agreement
• Travel perks including discounted domestic and international airfares and cruise liners
• Discounted health insurance, gym memberships and an employee assistance program.
• Opportunity for daytime and afternoon shift

If you're passionate about aircraft structures and take pride in quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.