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Assistant Chief Engineer

CAE Australia Flight Training
Posted onJan 24, 2026
LocationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia (On-site)
Employment typeFull-time

About This Role

Qualifications and experience required

·         Minimum 5 years as a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) in a General Aviation (GA) environment.

·         Must have current licences – Part 66 B1.1 & B1.2 (B2 highly desirable)

·         P&WC PT6 and Pilatus PC-12 type ratings, or with company support, be able to obtain them.

·         Active, on-the-tools role requiring hands-on maintenance experience.

·         Ability to communicate effectively in a complex technical environment.

·         Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively and communicate changing priorities daily

·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.

·         Takes personal responsibility for meeting objectives and progressing work. Persists and focuses on achieving objectives, even in difficult circumstances.

·         Strong team leadership and management experience-desirable

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer looking to take the next step in your aviation career, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application with resume and cover letter highlighting your skills and experience.

To apply, you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.
As captured in our overarching value "One CAE", we’re proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.
At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity or age.

Position Type                       

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com

CAE Australia Flight Training

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CAE is a global technology company providing simulation technologies, training services, and critical operations solutions for civil aviation and defense & security markets worldwide.

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