Quick Overview

Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical

City/Airport: Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW or Pearce, WA

Aircraft: HAWK

Shift: Day or afternoon shift options available

Day Shift: 6:30am – 3:00pm Monday to Thursday, 6:30am – 1:00pm Friday

Afternoon Shift: 2:45pm – 11:15pm Monday to Thursday

Work Type: Defence Aviation Maintenance

Terms: Permanent, Full-Time

Relocation: Relocation assistance available

Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days

Role Description

Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers – Mechanical to support Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) maintenance operations at Williamtown, NSW and Pearce, WA.

These permanent opportunities offer the chance to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation environment, supporting the maintenance and operational capability of a military fast jet platform.

You will undertake fault diagnosis and aircraft maintenance activities across electrical and integrated aircraft systems, working in accordance with approved technical publications, maintenance procedures and certification requirements.

Military or fast jet experience is not essential. We welcome suitably qualified aircraft maintenance engineers from commercial, general aviation and other maintenance backgrounds who are looking to develop their careers within Defence aviation.

You will

- Carry out aircraft fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification activities on the Hawk LIF.
- Support maintenance activities across relevant aircraft systems.
- Work in accordance with approved technical publications and maintenance procedures.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and comply with applicable certification requirements.
- Contribute to safe, efficient and compliant aircraft maintenance operations.
- Work collaboratively within a high-performance engineering and maintenance team.





Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?

Fast Turnaround & Confirmation:

Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders and hiring managers. We work to get strong applications reviewed quickly rather than leaving engineers waiting for weeks.

Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licensing:

Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways across exclusion removal, multi-category licensing, type ratings and licence requalification.

Market Knowledge

We work with engineers, operators and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and understand the realities of aircraft maintenance roles, rosters, rates and licensing pathways.

Dedicated Support Team

Our team works exclusively in aviation. We answer the phone, understand the role requirements, and support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Essential Requirements

Required Role Experience

Aircraft maintenance experience with demonstrated fault diagnosis and maintenance capabilities. Experience working with electrical and integrated aircraft systems will be significant.

Previous Hawk LIF experience will be advantageous. However, fast jet and military aviation experience are not essential.

Maintenance Qualification / Licence

Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) required, together with relevant MEAs.

Work Rights

Must be an Australian Citizen.

Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain,



an Australian Defence Security Clearance at Baseline or NV1 level.

Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain the required ITAR eligibility.

A current security clearance is not required at the time of application, provided candidates are eligible to obtain one.

Location / Availability

Opportunities are available at

- Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW
- Pearce, WA

Skills

Strong aircraft maintenance knowledge, fault-finding ability, technical documentation discipline and confidence working in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.

Attitude

Safety-first, reliable, professional, team-focused and able to work effectively within a structured Defence aviation maintenance environment.

Role Benefits

Permanent Full-Time Employment

Work on the Hawk Lead-In Fighter Defence Platform

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity.

Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.

Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia’s most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.

Contact

Phone

02 7250 6186 — Elaine

02 9137 6831 — Jessica

02 4072 6121 — Allan

02 4072 5965 — James

Email

[email protected]

📌 Hawk LIF - AME Mechanical (Williamtown, NSW) (New South Wales)
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