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What People Ask

Pilot salaries in Australia can vary significantly based on experience, aircraft type, and airline. Entry-level co-pilots might expect to earn between AUD $70,000 to $100,000 annually.

Experienced captains flying larger commercial aircraft can command salaries upwards of AUD $200,000 to $350,000 per year.

Leading employers for pilots in Australia include Qantas, Virgin Australia , and Rex Airlines. These major carriers frequently recruit for various pilot positions, from first officers to captains .

Aspiring pilots typically need a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) or an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), along with specific type ratings for the aircraft they will fly. A strong medical certificate and extensive flight hours are also crucial.

Yes, while competitive, there are pathways for current pilots. Some airlines offer cadet programs, and smaller charter or regional operators may provide initial opportunities to build flight hours and gain experience.

Pilot work involves irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, dictated by flight schedules.



Working conditions require adherence to strict safety protocols and managing the demands of long-haul or frequent flights.

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
Your role:
Join Northrop Grumman Australia and help deliver aviation safety outcomes that support critical Defence capabilities. As an Aviation Safety Specialist, you'll work within our Mission Assurance team to support the Aviation Safety Management System (AvSMS), ensuring compliance, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement across complex aviation programs.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of the AvSMS.
- Conducting aviation safety audits, investigations, and assurance activities.
- Monitoring regulatory compliance across Defence and aviation programs.
- Analysing safety data, identifying risks, and reporting on safety performance.
- Facilitating safety meetings, training, and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Promoting a strong safety culture that supports mission success.

About you:

You are a collaborative aviation safety professional with a passion for continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence. You thrive in complex environments, build strong stakeholder relationships,



and are confident providing advice that supports safe and effective outcomes.

You'll bring:

- Experience in an aviation safety role within a regulated aviation environment.
- Knowledge of CASA, DASR, EASA, EMAR, or similar aviation regulatory frameworks.
- Experience conducting audits, investigations, and risk assessments.
- Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience within Defence, aerospace, or contract support environments.
- Qualifications in aviation maintenance, engineering, safety management, auditing, or incident investigation (highly regarded).
- The ability to obtain and maintain AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance.

What we offer:

- Professional development - further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
- Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
- Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
- 18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
- We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Recognition Program

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.

Job Category: Mission and Quality Assurance

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