About Textron Aviation
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you'll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career.
About the Role
We are looking for a B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at our Jandakot hangar who will identify and correct malfunctioning jet, turboprop, and reciprocating multi-engine aircraft mechanical components and systems. The role involves performing annual and progressive inspections as well as modification work on customer aircraft.
Job Duties
- Perform a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on jet and/or turboprop aircraft, including diagnosis of malfunctions and required disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems
- Apply thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components across all assigned aircraft
- Check, correct, or replace complex aircraft assemblies including landing gear systems, air conditioning, pressurization systems, and optional equipment installations
- Repair or replace engine components and accessory items such as fuel control units, fuel injection systems, air bleed systems, oil and fuel pumps, starter/generators, and hydraulic and vacuum pumps
- Perform annual and progressive inspection procedures per aircraft maintenance manuals, and carry out modification work on aircraft systems and structures
- Produce clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports and parts identification documents
- Conduct functional checks, engine test runs, instrument tests and alignment, and preventive maintenance
- May be required to observe mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs
- Use tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, and hand tools to repair and modify systems or assemblies
Requirements
- Must hold a current CASA licence
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments necessary to perform job assignments
- Must be able to read and write in English
- Outstanding customer service abilities
- Experience in business aviation
- Citation/Hawker/Beechcraft certifications preferred
- Right to live and work full-time in Australia
How to Apply
Please click Apply and upload your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your motivation for applying, along with your resume. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.
Successful candidates will be required to provide at least 2 referees from recent employers/supervisors, pass a pre-employment medical, and complete drug and alcohol screening. Please do not call our office — we are not accepting applications from recruitment consultants.