Aircraft Structural Technician (No Experience)

To serve in the ADF you must be an Australian Citizen. If you are not an Australian Citizen, you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria. Please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details. Your role As an Aircraft Structural Technician in the Air Force, you'll maintain, service and repair primary and secondary structures on some of the world's most advanced military aircraft, such as the P-8A Poseidon, C-17A Globemaster III or F-35A Lightning II. You'll work as part of a highly skilled team and be responsible for keeping the aircraft structure airworthy and ready to go. Your duties may include: Handling and replenishing aircraft flight lines Removing and installing aircraft components Manufacturing and repairing aircraft plumbing and ducting Conducting heat treatment and welding on aluminum and alloys Maintaining tools and machinery used on aircraft Preparing and using aircraft support equipment Identifying aircraft technical equipment and spares Preparing and packaging technical equipment for transport Amending and maintaining technical publications Performing tasks including the inspection, maintenance, servicing, assembly, removal, and installation of aircraft components including the wings, flight control surfaces, fuselage, and engine structure. You'll be paid from day one to gain all the skills and trade qualifications needed with extensive on-the-job training, all while living an adventurous lifestyle and making a difference to Australia. Benefits Competitive salary package Generous superannuation Good work/life balance Career progression and development Supportive team environment Free medical and dental Job security Travel opportunities Salary Upon completion of initial military and employment training, you will enjoy a salary package starting from $80,549. Location Following training, you may be posted to one of the major Air Force bases around Australia, such as RAAF Base Amberley, Williamtown, or Edinburgh. Apply Now Apply today and we'll get in contact with you shortly. For this role, you must be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have passed Year 10 English, Maths and Science (with a Physics component). If you are not an Australian Citizen you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details. Visit the link below for the full position description and detailed application requirements. Aircraft Structural Technician - ADF Careers