About This Role
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) – P‐8A Poseidon or MC‐55A Peregrine
Location
Edinburgh, SA
Position
Permanent, Full‐Time (9‐day fortnight)
Closing Date
01 August ****
Opportunity
Ready to work on some of the most advanced maritime and special‐mission aircraft in the sky? We are looking for a skilled AME (Avionics) to join our elite Base Maintenance team in Edinburgh. If you thrive on hands‐on technical challenges, love cracking complex system quirks, and take pride in keeping cutting‐edge avionics operating at peak performance, you will fit right in.
Working within a supportive, tight‐knit team, you will directly support RAAF 11SQN and 12SQN Maintenance. Your day‐to‐day will involve a dynamic mix of on‐aircraft and off‐aircraft maintenance, advanced systems troubleshooting, rapid rectification tasks, and complex modifications—directly ensuring the operational readiness of a high‐profile fleet.
What You'll Bring
You are a meticulous professional who takes pride in precision, maintains flawless standards, and always puts aircraft safety first. You thrive in a rapid‐paced, highly technical environment where details matter, and you enjoy being part of a team that always has each other's backs.
Your Credentials
Cert IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) or an equivalent qualification from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
Strong aviation airworthiness knowledge with proven experience applying it in a strictly regulated environment.
Total familiarity with aircraft maintenance documentation,



IETPs, and contemporary maintenance practices.
The ability to obtain a B‐level Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence.
Confident written and verbal communication skills alongside solid computer literacy (including MS Office).
Benefits
Airbus is a global titan in aerospace innovation, spanning commercial aviation, helicopters, defence, space, and security. Locally, we proudly support powerhouse platforms like the P‐8 Poseidon, C‐130J Hercules, and ARH Tiger – backed by a 50‐year heritage of technical excellence.
When you join us, you aren't just getting a job; you're unlocking a massive career pathway. We offer:
True Work‐Life Balance: Enjoy a 9‐day fortnight as standard.
Career Growth: Access to world‐class learning pathways and genuine development opportunities.
Culture & Wellbeing: A robust recognition programme and an inclusive workplace that champions diversity. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage, and ex‐defence personnel.
Eligibility
Due to the critical nature of this defence project, you must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance. Because of this requirement, only Australian citizens (including dual citizens holding Australian citizenship) are eligible to apply.
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📌 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)A Poseidon Or Mc-55A Peregrine (South Australia)
🏢 Airbus
📍 South Australia