Join Sigma Aerospace in Defence aviation! Work on the Hawk Lead-In Fighter, enjoy permanent employment.
Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – Avionics
City/Airport: Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW or Pearce, WA
Shift: Monday- Friday
Work Type: Defence Aviation Aircraft Maintenance
Terms: Permanent employment | Relocation assistance availableSigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) – Avionics for permanent opportunities supporting the Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) at Williamtown, near Newcastle, NSW and Pearce, WA.
This is an opportunity for qualified Avionics AMEs to work within a highly regulated Defence aviation maintenance environment, carrying out fault diagnosis and maintenance across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.
The role is suited to experienced avionics maintenance professionals with a strong technical foundation, attention to detail and a commitment to working in accordance with approved technical publications and certification requirements.
Previous military or fast jet experience is not required. Candidates with relevant civilian aviation maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.
Carry out fault diagnosis, maintenance and rectification of aircraft avionics systems.
Work across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.
Perform maintenance activities in accordance with approved technical publications and procedures.
Ensure maintenance work complies with applicable technical, quality and certification requirements.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Work collaboratively within a high-performance aircraft maintenance team.
Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders and hiring managers. We work to get strong applications reviewed quickly rather than leaving engineers waiting for weeks.
Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways across exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings and licence requalification.
We work with engineers, operators and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and understand the realities of aircraft maintenance roles, rosters, rates and licensing pathways.
Our team works exclusively in aviation. We answer the phone, understand the role requirements, and support candidates through the process.
Aircraft avionics maintenance experience, including practical fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical and integrated aircraft systems.
Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics) is mandatory.
Relevant MEA qualifications are also required.
Candidates holding an alternative Avionics qualification may be considered subject to client assessment and acceptance.
Must be an Australian Citizen.
Must hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, an Australian Defence Security Clearance (Baseline or NV1).
Candidates do not need to hold an active security clearance at the time of application.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the required ITAR eligibility. Relevant nationality information may be assessed by the client.
Opportunities are available at Williamtown (Newcastle), NSW and Pearce, WA.
Candidates outside these locations may be considered, with relocation assistance available.
Ability to work in accordance with approved technical publications, maintenance documentation and certification requirements.
Strong avionics maintenance knowledge, practical fault-finding ability, accurate documentation habits and confidence working across electrical and integrated aircraft systems.
Safety-focused, reliable, detail-oriented, team-focused and committed to maintaining high technical and compliance standards.
Previous Hawk Lead-In Fighter (LIF) avionics maintenance experience is advantageous.
Previous military or fast jet experience is not required.
Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity.
Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia’s most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.