AddressYour role
As an Aircraft Technician in the Air Force, you’ll maintain, service and repair state-of-the-art aircraft, such as the P-8A Poseidon, C-17A Globemaster III and F-35A Lightning II. You’ll work as part of a highly skilled team, and be responsible for the ongoing maintenance of aircraft, airframe systems, engines, and engine systems at either flightline or workshop level.
Your duties may include:
- Aircraft flightline handling and replenishment.
- Inspecting, removing, and installing aircraft components at all levels of maintenance.
- Performing aircraft reconfigurations, upgrades, and modifications.
- Preparing and using aircraft support equipment.
- Identifying and demanding aircraft spares.
- Preparing and packaging technical equipment for transportation.
- Amending and maintaining technical publications.
- Inspecting, maintaining, servicing, repairing, and fault diagnosing a variety of systems and equipment, including engine, auxiliary power, flight control, landing gear, pressurization, surface ice control, hydraulic, pneumatic power, lubrication, and fuel systems.
You’ll be paid from day one to gain all the skills and trade qualifications needed with extensive on-the-job training, all while living an adventurous lifestyle and making a difference to Australia.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Generous superannuation
- Good work/life balance
- Career progression and development
- Supportive team environment
- Free medical and dental
- Job security
- Travel opportunities
Salary
Upon completion of initial military and employment training, you will enjoy a salary package starting from $75,451.
Location
Following training, you may be posted to one of the major Air Force bases around Australia, such as RAAF Base Amberley, Williamtown, or Edinburgh.
Apply Now
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For this role, you must be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have passed Year 10 English, Maths and Science (with a Physics component).
Visit the link below for the full position description and detailed application requirements.
Air Force - Aircraft Technician (adfcareers.gov.au)
"The Australian Defence Force is an equal opportunity employer. This advertisement is to ensure women are aware of the rewarding and fulfilling careers available in the Navy, Army and Air Force. Females are encouraged to apply, however all roles are open for Australian men and women to apply."
