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Associate Avionics Engineer

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Job Description

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Your Role:  

The Associate Avionics Engineer will support the provision of 21J Design Services in close association with MTCH, CAM Services and allied groups. You will also have accountability for: 

  • Performing development of modifications, repairs and technical data amendments for aircraft electrical and avionics systems. 

  • Conduct Technical investigation into defects, deficiencies and faults reported on C27J aircraft avionics systems  

  • Under direction, investigate, analyse and develop pragmatic and timely engineering solutions to technical issues experienced during C-27J operations. 

  • Working closely in a team with other experienced engineering personnel to sustain and grow the C27J capability. 

  • Progressively attain competency, technical knowledge and expertise on C-27J avionics systems. 

  • Interacting with and support allied departments in the provision of TLS services to meet customer requirements. 

  • Progressively gain a good understanding of Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) 

About You:  

  • Bachelor of Engineering (AQF Level 8) in Avionics, Electronics, Electrical or Mechatronics or a similar field 

  • Graduate Membership of Engineers Australia / Membership of BPEQ 

  • Aviation Experience, preferably in a design environment 

  • Problem Solving and Technical Report writing 

  • Computer Aided Design experience/competency 
     

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 Reservist 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 support STEM education, veterans, communities and the environment. And our thriving Employee Resource Groups also enable our people to share common interest in such areas as veterans, gender and young professionals. 

 

What's Your Possible? 

As 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 

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Job Details

Category
Avionics
Employment Type
Full time
Location
105 Victoria Street, Richmond, VIC 3121, AU
Posted
Dec 21, 2025, 07:00 PM
Listed
Jan 5, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated
Jan 8, 2026, 06:10 PM

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