Job description BAE Systems Australia has a proud heritage in supporting combat and fast jet trainer aircraft.
Operating across Australia and around the globe, we are dedicated to supporting the Australian Defence Force (ADF) at every stage of the air sector's life cycle – from design and development to production, training, support, and maintenance.
Learn more: Hawk Lead-In-Fighter | F-35 Lightning II fighter jet About the OPPORTUNITY Our Aircraft Worker positions are ideal for those looking to start their career in Aviation and rewarding career at BAE Systems!
If you have completed a Certificate II in Aeroskills or have an interest in undergoing training, we woud like to speak with you.
Upon successful completion of the Certificate II, you'll apply what you've learned in our Aircraft Maintenance environments alongside our skilled tradespeople.
As an Aircraft Worker, you'll perform tasks critical to ensuring military aircraft are ready for action including basic aircraft maintenance, performing flight servicing, and supporting operations on the tarmac or in the hanger as part of a dedicated technical team.
If you want to play a key role in aviation and working of programs of national significance, this is your opportunity.
Key RESPONSIBILITIES Perform aircraft launch and recovery operations.
Conduct flight servicing (pre-flight, turnaround, post-flight) Refuel and defuel aircraft Adjust cockpit seat configurations Charge aircraft batteries Wash aircraft Assist with maintenance tasks in a trade assistant capacity Tow aircraft Support aircraft configuration changes Act as a wing/tail walker during aircraft movements Repair and restore structures and components Provide structural and component support About YOU Safety-focused mind-set.
Well-developed hand-skills and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to following strict procedures and processes.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Ability to work independently with precision.
Sound organisational skills and professionalism.
Ability to work effectively under pressure An interest in aviation and the Defence industry Applicant ELIGIBILITY Australian Citizenship is mandatory for this position and candidates are required to undergo a security clearance.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations may affect candidate suitability based on nationality.
Further information regarding security clearances.
About US We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
BAE was awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmark Triple R- Excellence in Candidate Experience Certification and are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
To APPLY Submit an updated CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and how your skills and interestes make you a good fit.
Please note BAE Systems will be closed from 21st December to 1st January.
Shortlisted applicants will first participate in an initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition team, followed by aptitude testing, including maths and physics assessments.
Successful candidates to be invited to an onsite interview in Williamtown.