This Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) role gives you the unique opportunity to study a fully funded world-class degree from the University of Current South Wales (UNSW), earn a salary as you study, and walk straight into a guaranteed job following graduation.
As an Airfield Engineer in the Air Force, you’ll develop and maintain infrastructure, survey airfields and establish temporary runways in remote locations. Working with tradespeople and contractors, you’ll play a crucial role in Air Force capability by providing advice on the provision and protection of airbases, onshore and offshore airfields, and air power.
Responsibilities
- Planning and conducting engineering operations
- Managing aerodrome infrastructure and compliance
- Contributing to management of air base infrastructure and compliance
- Contributing to strategic infrastructure planning, development and delivery
- Conducting airfield surveys
- Managing construction projects
Benefits
- Fully paid Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) debt
- Generous superannuation of 16.4%
- Subsidised food and accommodation
- Free medical and dental
- Career progression and development
- Supportive team environment
- Job security
- State‑of‑the‑art fitness facilities
Salary
The base pay range is A$100,000.00/yr to A$110,000.00/yr. During study you will earn a salary starting from A$52,773. Upon graduation and completion of initial military and employment training you will enjoy a salary package starting from A$108,786 per annum.
Location
Following training, you may be posted to one of the major Air Force bases around Australia, such as RAAF Base Amberley or Williamtown.
Eligibility
You must be at least 17 at the time of entry, an Australian citizen, and have passed Year 12 with a qualifying entrance rank for a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at UNSW. If you are not an Australian Citizen, confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.