About the Role
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) – Edinburgh, SA
Join our P-8 Poseidon Base Maintenance team in Edinburgh and play a key role as an AME (Avionics) supporting one of the world's most advanced maritime aircraft. If you enjoy hands-on technical work, solving complex system quirks and keeping critical avionics performing at their best, you'll feel right at home here.
This permanent full-time role sees you working within a supportive, tight-knit team, reporting to the Team Lead Aircraft Maintenance and supporting RAAF 11SQN and 12SQN Maintenance. You'll be involved in on-aircraft and off-aircraft maintenance, advanced systems troubleshooting, rectification tasks and competent modifications – directly contributing to the operational readiness of a high-profile fleet.
Essential Requirements
You're someone who takes pride in doing things properly, keeping standards high and aircraft flying safely. You enjoy being part of a team that backs each other, and you're comfortable working in a fast-paced, technical environment where every detail matters.
- Cert IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) or equivalent from an RTO
- Strong aviation airworthiness knowledge and experience applying it in a regulated environment
- Familiarity with aircraft maintenance documentation, IETPs and contemporary maintenance practices
- Ability to obtain a B-level Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence
- Confident written and verbal communication skills
- Solid computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
Why Airbus
Airbus is a global leader in aerospace innovation, spanning commercial aviation, helicopters, defence, space and security. Here in Australia and New Zealand, we're proudly supporting platforms such as the P-8 Poseidon, C-130J Hercules, ARH Tiger and a range of rotary and fixed-wing aircraft – backed by a 50-year heritage of technical excellence and our values: teamwork, integrity, customer focus, reliability, respect and creativity.
You'll enjoy access to learning pathways, genuine development opportunities and a workplace that values wellbeing – including true flexibility with a 9-day fortnight and a robust recognition programme. We're committed to an inclusive culture and encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage and ex-defence personnel.
Important Eligibility Requirements
This role requires you to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance.