• Category: Technical Support
• Location: Fairbairn, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
• Clearance Type: Protected (Baseline)
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Travel Required: No
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

We’re building a reputation as the place to be in Defence. Uniquely aligned to our nation’s strategic priorities, we are bringing to Australia leading-edge US capabilities that many can only imagine. We have an unparalleled local understanding of the needs of the ADF and an 800-strong team committed to doing the right thing for Australia and each other. No wonder we are increasingly recognised as a partner of choice for Defence, for industry and for those looking to define possible in their career.

Since 2001, Northrop Grumman has delivered Through-Life Support to the Royal Australian Air Force’s 34 Squadron located at RAAF Fairbairn in Canberra. The high-performing Northrop Grumman SPA (Special Purpose Aircraft) team is comprised of approximately 50 staff who provide all levels of maintenance, training and logistics support to the fleet of two Boeing BBJ’s and three Dassault Falcon 7X’s Business Jets.

Your Role

As Technical Services Officer within our Special Purpose Aircraft program, you will be:

• Providing technical guidance to the Continuing Airworthiness Management Systems group in managing and executing customer requirements and satisfying contractual and regulatory obligations.
• Reviews and prepares various maintenance variation requests.
• Engage with broader engineering and technical services team to deliver aircraft airworthiness, safety, availability, reliability, maintainability and life cycle goals.

About You

• Engineering or other Technical Degree level Qualifications
• Experience in the Defence or Aerospace industry, with a comprehensive knowledge of the regulations and standards associated with the airworthiness of aircraft would be advantageous
• Experience in the planning/management/coordination of technical tasks, with a strong understanding of the broader lifecycle of an aircraft.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills are critical in this position.

What we Offer

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave
• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program

• Employee Assistance Program

We’re building a unique, values-driven and inclusive business. We have exciting plans for the future and everyone has a part to play. What’s Your Possible?

Everyone Matters
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

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.