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Avionics Engineer

Yesterday Booval, Australia

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description Your Role: *

As the Technical Project Officer within the Capability Development team, you will employ cutting edge Engineering outputs using contemporary design processes to develop aircraft capability improvements, resolve key obsolescence items and modernise the RAAF C-27J Fleet. Within this role, you will primarily be accountable for:

Drafting Engineering outputs in the form of Engineering reports, Engineering instructions and Engineering Drawings to meet customer driven outputs

Employ Engineering assessment and judgement to develop modifications bespoke to the aircraft

Assessing, reviewing and providing feedback on Engineering artefacts developed under the Defence Aviation Safety Authority MDO 21J authority

Working with both Engineers and Project Managers to provide guidance and task mentoring for assigned modernisation projects

Develop project and certification plans to support the development, certification, installation and testing of new and/or upgraded Avionics systems

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Support engineering workflow and assigned tasks in coordination with the customer's organisational priorities

Provide input and Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA) on the platform to maintain C-27J configuration, technical and operational publications

About You: *

To be successful with this position, you will have:

Degree or Technical Competencies n Aerospace Avionics and/or Electrical Electronic Engineering, or a related experience

Experience with the application of civil and military technical standards, principals, theories, concepts and techniques

Understanding of aviation Configuration Management concepts utilised by ADF and/or Civil Operations

Project or Systems Engineering processes and experience managing projects and understanding of Project or Systems Engineering processes and tools

What we Offer:

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.

18 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid working, 9-day Fortnights, volunteer leave, varying start and finish times to suit your family needs.

2 Weeks Paid ADF Reserve Service leave

Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs

Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option

Ongoing career progression opportunities- leadership development, education support, ongoing career growth through internal movement

Who we are:

At Northrop Grumman Australia, we have been defining possible for the ADF for over 20 years. Our commitment to safeguarding Australia's future by delivering pioneering technology is only matched by our commitment to building a great place to work and supporting each other.

Everyone Matters: *

Wherever you are in your career, we have a range of policies and initiatives in place to help you define possible based on your individual needs. A variety of initiatives to support STEM education, veterans, communities and the environment. Our thriving Employee Resource Groups have been developed to enable our people to share common interest in such areas as veterans, gender and young professionals.

What's Your Possible?

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.

Client-provided location(s): Booval, Australia
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10216415-2
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-01-13T20:05:13

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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