AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: No Description *Your Role: *
Reporting to the Embedded Maintenance Team Lead, this key position within the Embedded Maintenance Team is responsible for the planning, execution and certification of surface finishing activities on KC-30A and components. You will also be accountable for:

• Plan, perform and certify for maintenance tasks whilst assisting to identify manpower, spares, tooling and facility requirements
• Work as part of an allocated team and deliver serviceable aircraft on time and within budget
• Continuously audit tools, FOD and aeronautical product control
• Report and follow up major defects and publication deficiencies in accordance with MMP instructions
• Help in reviewing and defining project scope and identify budget and resource requirements
• Monitor allocated team and resources and report on project/task outcomes on time and within budget

Why This Role Stands Out
We offer a supportive and high-performing environment where your technical skills are valued, and your development is encouraged.

Competitive New EBA Rates
Additional Allowances: Earn extra for specific tasks, shifts, and licence applications relevant to your work type
Comprehensive Exposure

Gain hands-on experience in Aircraft Surface Finishing:

*Rotating Crew Assignments: *
Enjoy variety and growth by rotating through different areas of the aircraft.

*About you: *

You're a qualified tradesperson with a passion for aviation maintenance and a commitment to precision and safety.

• The ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA security clearance at NV1

• Cert III or equivalent in Aeroskills (Aircraft Surface Finish)

• Professional and personal qualities to enable representational duties and direct customer contact.

• Knowledge/experience in DASA and CASA regulatory environment.

• Thorough knowledge of the structure and use of interactive technical publications

• Professional and personal qualities to enable direct customer contact

• Demonstrated knowledge in securing Engineering approvals
  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