Aircraft Maintenance Instructor – Defence Aviation
Move Off the Tools. Pass On Your Experience. Support Australia's Defence Capability.
Are you an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Avionics Technician or aviation trades skilled looking for a new challenge?
This is your opportunity to step into a rewarding training and mentoring role where you'll help develop the next generation of Defence aviation maintainers while remaining connected to the industry you've built your career in.
Based at
RAAF Base Amberley
, you'll work alongside the Royal Australian Air Force personnel, delivering technical training that directly supports the operational readiness of the C-27J Spartan fleet. Rather than working shift rosters or turning spanners every day, you'll use your real-world aviation experience to coach, mentor and develop future maintainers in both classroom and practical environments.
Why Join Us?
Enjoy a Better Work-Life Balance
Monday to Friday schedule
No shift work
No deployment requirements
Continue Making an Impact
Share the skills and experience you've built throughout your career
Mentor and develop future Defence aviation maintainers
Support a critical Australian Defence capability
Work directly with RAAF personnel and industry experts
Grow Your Career
Ongoing professional development and training
Career progression opportunities within a global Defence organisation
Annual performance incentive opportunities
18 weeks paid parental leave
Additional purchased leave options
Work at RAAF Base Amberley
One of Australia's largest and most significant Defence aviation bases, with access to on-base facilities including:
Gym and fitness facilities
Swimming pool
Sporting and recreation facilities
As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor, you will:
Deliver aircraft maintenance training in both classroom and practical environments
Assess student competency and provide coaching and mentorship




Prepare and deliver technical training and assessments
Maintain and improve learning materials and courseware
Support students throughout their training journey
Maintain accurate training records and documentation
Work closely with Defence personnel and key stakeholders
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the training environment
You'll bring:
Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical or Avionics)
Strong aircraft maintenance knowledge and experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A passion for sharing knowledge and developing others
The ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance
Highly Regarded
Defence aviation experience
Training, coaching or mentoring experience
Certificate IV Training & Assessment (TAE) or equivalent
Ready for What's Next?
If you've built your aviation career on technical expertise and are looking for an opportunity to step into a role where you can influence, mentor and support the next generation of Defence maintainers, we'd love to hear from you.
Everyone Matters
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.
We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP **********), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.
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📌 Aircraft Maintenance Instructor – Defence Aviation (Brisbane)
🏢 Northrop Grumman
📍 Brisbane