Date Posted: ********** Country: Australia Location: AU-QLD-AMBERLEY-RAAF-CUST ~ RAAF Base Amberley ~ AMBERLEY RAAF (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite Support Australia's defence mission Be valued and empowered to reach your full potential, supported by an inclusive culture Enable the Australian Defence Force to execute missions effectively Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!
Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Life Support Senior Technician.
Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities for learning, mentoring and career development.
We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture.
This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia's defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force.
As the Raytheon Australia Life Support Senior Technician, you will be employed within the Life Support Section of the Intermediate Level Maintenance (ILM) Facility, undertaking maintenance, inspection, testing, repair, and overhaul activities on Life Support equipment fitted to the RAAF's F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft based at RAAF Base Amberley.
Working in support of Raytheon Australia's Air Combat Electronic Attack Sustainment Program (ACEASP),



you will be responsible for ensuring the continued airworthiness and operational readiness of critical aircrew life support systems.
The role includes conducting approved repair and sewing activities on textile-based life support assemblies and associated equipment, in accordance with authorised maintenance data, technical regulations, and quality requirements.
This position plays a vital role in sustaining the operational capability of the RAAF's frontline combat aircraft and requires a strong commitment to safety, compliance, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilties Undertake scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities to facilitate aeronautical component production within ADF Technical and Regulatory airworthiness guidelines.
Achieve Trade Supervisor authorisation for Life Support component maintenance activities within the Life Support section.
Repair and / or Bay Service of Repairable Items (RI's) and sub components of the Aircraft Survival Kit Unit.
Perform sewing, fabrication, and repair of aviation life support equipment in accordance with approved maintenance procedures Modifications (if required) of various parts or higher assemblies Full functional testing of these RI's on Test Equipment.
Strong focus on safety while meeting production requirements.
Ensuring Technical, Quality and Regulatory compliance is conducted to meet Defence Aviation Safety Regulations and ISO certifications.
Skills, Experience

📌 Life Support Senior Technician (Queensland)
🏢 Raytheon Technologies
📍 Queensland