Engineer Structures

Engineer Structures

Sydney

About the role

We are currently looking for a Structures Engineers to join our team based in Richmond near Sydney. As a member of the Airframe Structures team, the position is responsible for providing Airframe Structures Engineering support, to produce products and services that meet Customer, Regulatory and Airbus Australia Pacific (AAP) requirements. You will develop and deliver design solutions, using a systems engineering design philosophy, in accordance with the level and scope of Engineering Authority delegated to you. Specifically you will:

• Develop, review and manage Engineering tasks within your scope, including but not limited to advice, investigations, repairs, structural integrity reporting and modifications
• Develop and approve engineering advice and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness in accordance with the level and scope of delegated Engineering Authority

About you

To be successful in this role, it is a requirement to be able to work in a team environment, have well developed relationship skills as well as good verbal and written skills. You will need to be someone who is able to work autonomously and to tight deadlines and work comfortably in a continuous improvement work environment. The skills and experience best suited to this role:

• Professional experience working in an aviation military or commercial field as a practicing Engineer with 3+ years relevant experience
• Knowledge of airframe structural principles including, analysis methods, materials and manufacturing processes, and through-life airframe sustainment, with an awareness of the commercial aspects
• Demonstrated structural analysis skills including ‘hand stressing' skills, finite element analysis skills, fatigue and damage tolerance skills and/or CATIA skills
• Experience in the area of Aircraft Structural Integrity (ASI) in the Defence context and/or composite repairs is also highly regarded
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations (e.g. DASR, EASA, CASA, Transport Canada, etc.), standards and best practices
• Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical or compatible discipline from nationally accredited program or equivalent
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build long-lasting, collaborative relationships with peers and interdependent functions; and manage conflicting priorities within a matrix organisation 

What's on offer?

Airbus is a global platform for excellence, with network expertise providing our people with the opportunity to be a part of rapidly advancing innovations in engineering and technology to accomplish the extraordinary; making the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. We have dedicated resources to deliver:  

• Flexible work arrangements
• Clear operational and strategic objectives with significant future commercial opportunities
• Supportive structures, systems and processes with a commitment to your development
• Strong links to the broader Airbus global community
• Values driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experience
• Competitive salary packaging, Employee Share Ownership Plan, Employee health plans 

About Us

With employees at multiple sites across Australia and New Zealand, Airbus in Australia Pacific has access to the financial strength and expertise of Airbus Helicopters and Airbus. Airbus in Australia Pacific maintains the Royal Australian Air Force's (RAAF) AP-3C Orion reconnaissance aircraft, the P8 Poseidon and C-130J Hercules transports and the Royal New Zealand Air Force's C-130s and P3s.

The company also supports 22 ARH Tiger armed reconnaissance helicopters for the Army.

Airbus in Australia Pacific delivers new Airbus Helicopters machines and supports more than 500 aircraft through a network

Diversity

At Airbus, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Diversity is key to our ability to work cohesively as a team regardless of age, disability, race, sex, intersex status, gender identity and sexual orientation.

Airbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing.

 Application Closing Date: 02 February 2024

Please note: Position may close prior to close date so don't delay apply now!