Senior Engineering Specialist

About Leonardo Australia

Leonardo Australia is the Australian subsidiary of Leonardo International, we are proudly based in Australia supporting the local communities acting as Prime Systems Integrator and partner of both defence and civilian contractors. We offer our broad global portfolio of products, services and solutions and transfer our technologies and know-how to Australia to enrich, empower and build local skills.

Since 1885 we have been supplying cutting edge technology solutions to Australia. Today, Leonardo is a key player within Australian Defence Industry with a significant in-country base of installed equipment across Australia.

Leonardo has an established presence in Australia, with its head office in Port Melbourne (VIC), supported by facilities in Essendon Fields (VIC) and Rockingham (WA), as well as a sales office in Canberra (ACT). Our operations support a wide range of Aerospace, Defence and Security programs, with helicopter services delivered from the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Facility in Port Melbourne and Hangar in Essendon Fields. Our Australian team delivers local expertise backed by the global capabilities of the Leonardo Group.

Why Join Leonardo?

• Work with a global leader in aerospace, defence and security.
• Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative team.
• Contribute to advanced technology and defence capability projects.
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Join a company committed to innovation, sustainability and diversity.
• Convenient free on-site parking.
• Great work life balance.
• Access to the company EAP services.

The Role

Leonardo Australia is seeking a dedicated Senior Engineering Specialist to join our MRO team in Fishermans Bend, Victoria. In this pivotal role, you will lead and coordinate the engineering group's daily and operational activities while driving continuous improvement and technical excellence in component maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the engineering group and operational activities within the MRO.
• Create and manage technical work instructions for aviation component repair and overhaul using authoritative data as the primary source.
• Act as the focal point for reviewing and introducing new technologies and new product capabilities into the MRO business.
• Evaluate, modify, and improve local technical documentation in collaboration with technicians and certifying staff.
• Provide feedback to Type Certificate Holders and Customer Support Engineering regarding missing or ambiguous data to foster continuous improvement.
• Coordinate facility operations, equipment, special tooling, MRO assets, and the Tool Review Board process.

What We Are Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will bring a balanced mix of:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, or Mechanical).
• Experience: Minimum of 5-years practical engineering experience within an Aerospace, Aviation, Mechanical, or related environment, specifically writing and interpreting technical documentation and standards.
• Skills: Meticulous attention to detail, strong oral and written communication, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Requirements: Full Australian work rights and a clear National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain).

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a long-term career with an organisation that actively rewards success and supports your professional development.

Only direct applications will be accepted (no agencies please).

Please note we have not engaged any recruitment agencies to represent us for this role.