Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics - P-8A)
Job Description
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)
Edinburgh, SA
About the Opportunity
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.
What you'll bring
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. Only Australian citizens (including dual citizens with Australian citizenship) are eligible for this level of clearance.
Applications close: 31 October 2026
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