Southwest Aviation are currently looking to recruit an experienced and qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical).

Work location: Cootamundra NSW

Responsibilities
Aircraft maintenance activities on scheduled and non-scheduled for a range of aircraft
Disassembling and removing various aircraft parts to perform inspections
Completing testing and fault diagnosis of airframe, engine and electrical systems, components and accessories
Maintain, inspect, test and undertake fault diagnosis of electrical, electronic, components and accessories on aircraft
Fabricate, maintain and repair Sheetmetal, bonded and non-metallic composite parts, and components on various aircraft
Working safely and adhering to all safety and compliance procedures
Reporting to management

Skills
Work in a team workplace
Technical and engineering activities
Medical fitness,



with valuable hearing and vision (color blindness may make people unsuitable for some aircraft trades)
Have valuable hand-eye coordination
Be able to concentrate for long periods
Be neat and accurate
Have attention to detail
Be able to work in confined spaces and at heights on platforms around aircraft.

Qualification:
Ideally have a qualification in Diploma of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or Certificate IV Aero skills qualification (Mechanical, Structures) or equivalent

Experience
At least 3 years relevant experience

Salary range is $70,000 - $90,000pa commensurate with experience.

Fulltime Position available

Applications open on 7th August 2026 and closes on 7th September 2026

If you are interested in this role APPLY now. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Mechanical Cootamundra
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