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Quick Overview

Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – Mechanical, Avionics & Structures
City/Airport: Across Australia
Aircraft: Defence Rotary Wing & Fixed Wing Platforms
Shift: Various Rosters Depending on Site
Work Type: Base / Depot / Operational Maintenance
Terms: Full-time & Contingent Contract Opportunities
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days

Role Description

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are required to support Defence aviation maintenance activities across multiple Australian locations. Opportunities exist for Mechanical, Avionics and Structures engineers working within regulated Defence aviation environments.

Engineers will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, rectification and modification tasks while ensuring strict compliance with Defence and aviation regulatory standards. Work may involve base maintenance, depot-level maintenance or operational aircraft support depending on location.

Successful candidates will work as part of experienced engineering teams maintaining Defence aircraft platforms while adhering to safety, quality and documentation requirements.

Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?

Fast Turnaround & Confirmation: Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders – no waiting 12 weeks: we get great applications in front of the engineering hiring manager in 48 hours.
Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing: Our award-finalist training college offers acclaimed training for aircraft engineers – with streamlined pathways to exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings, & Licence Requalification.
Market Knowledge: We work with engineers and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and constantly compared to market rates—our benchmarked salary offers mean you won’t be lowballed.
Dedicated Support Team: Our team work exclusively in aviation, with aircraft engineers—and we’re not HR; we answer the phone, understand your needs, and champion your career goals first.

Essential Requirements

Required Role Experience: Aircraft maintenance experience within regulated aviation environments (Defence experience highly regarded)
Maintenance Qualification / Licence: Certificate IV in Aeroskills or recognised aircraft maintenance qualification
Work Rights: Australian Citizen required for Defence environments
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain or hold Defence security clearance
Skills: Aircraft maintenance, inspections, defect rectification, strong documentation discipline
Attitude: Safety-first mindset, strong work ethic, team-oriented, proactive communicator

Role Benefits

Attractive Salary Package Included
Training & Licencing (No-Upfront Fees)
Dedicated Support Team
Employee Assistance Program (Wellbeing)
Leasing Options
Private Health Discounts

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour & on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, GA, & Defence – we source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs & MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capabilities for airlines when they 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 award-winning independent aviation groups-combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training. and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across five states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivering for Qantas, Northrop Grumman, and Defence suppliers, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp, and execution-focused. Work with Sigma when you need aviation outcomes delivered without delay, red tape, or compromise.

Contact Phone: 02 7250 6186 (Elaine), 02 9137 6831 (Jessica), 02 4072 6121 (Allan), 02 4072 5965 (James)
Email: careers@sigmaaerospace.com.au
Website: careers.sigmaaerospace.com.au
Instagram: instagram.com/sigmaaerospace
Facebook: facebook.com/sigmaaerospace
Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/sigmaaerospace

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