Technical Services Engineer

We’re building a reputation as the place to be in Defence. With strong local management, sound investment and a fresh approach, we’re on an exciting trajectory and building unique capability.  Leveraging the kind of leading edge US capabilities and technology most can only imagine, our close-knit 800 strong team is busy delivering World-leading solutions to safeguard Australia’s future. And, together, we’re growing a business where everyone contributes and everyone matters.

Since 2001, Northrop Grumman has delivered Through-Life Support to the Royal Australian Air Force’s 34 Squadron located at RAAF Fairbairn in Canberra. The high-performing Northrop Grumman SPA (Special Purpose Aircraft) team is comprised of approximately 50 staff who provide all levels of maintenance, training and logistics support to the fleet of two Boeing BBJ’s and three Dassault Falcon 7X’s.

Your Role:

Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Services Engineer to join the Special Purpose Aircraft (SPA) program at Northrop Grumman Australia. In this role, you will directly support the SPA Program and play a vital part in delivering exceptional engineering and technical services to ensure maximum aircraft availability.

As the Technical Services Engineer, your primary focus will be on achieving customer objectives related to aircraft airworthiness, safety, availability, reliability, and maintainability.

Your responsibilities will include developing and executing strategic plans to meet customer expectations. You will provide valuable technical guidance to the CAMS Group, effectively manage customer requirements, and collaborate with various teams such as supply operations, maintenance operations, flight operations, and training.

In this role, you will be instrumental in facilitating the embodiment of mandatory and non-mandatory Technical Information (TI) including Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins/Service Letters, and Repairs. You will actively contribute to Configuration Management activities and Continuing Airworthiness Data Management aspects of the CAMS Group.

As a Technical Services Engineer, you will support Annual Airworthiness Reviews and facilitate internal and external CAMS Group audits, implementing any findings to drive continuous improvement. Staying up-to-date with DASR Part M Regulations and relevant policies and procedures will be essential.

We are looking for a degree-qualified Engineer or someone with a relevant technical qualification. Previous experience working as an airworthiness or technical services engineer in the Defence/Aviation industry is necessary, along with a solid understanding of DASA/CASA Regulations or similar frameworks.

Proficiency in project management, planning, and scheduling tools is desired.

If you have direct technical experience in an aviation Through-Life-Support program or post-graduate qualifications in engineering/technical fields, it would be a valuable asset. Project Management certification(s) are also advantageous.

What we Offer:

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Options for flexible & hybrid work including 9 day fortnight
• Purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program 

Everyone Matters:

Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, police checks and employment screening verification.