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About us

Are you looking to join a people-centred organisation that prioritises your skills development, work-life balance and career progression? The search is over; welcome to Sigma Aerospace. 

Sigma Aerospace is the leader in managed aircraft maintenance, known for our award-winning team, supportive culture, and excellent results. We have proudly recruited and trained talented aircraft maintenance engineers in Australia for over 15 years. As a leader in aircraft maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), our company is built upon a passion for aviation and core values of integrity, quality and continuous innovation. We are driven by our mission to develop talented aircraft maintenance engineers and connect them to promising careers with our top-notch contractors and airline partners. 

So, why join an agency when you can join Sigma Aerospace, an industry leader in aircraft maintenance?

Who are we looking for?

We are currently looking for a highly experienced and disciplined Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) to join our team in (Cairns, QLD). If you’re a proactive, flexible and experienced professional with a drive to succeed, you’re the type of person we would like to welcome onboard.

Your role

In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all AD’s, SB's etc..prior to expiry of compliance and relevant to the aircraft.
• Supervise and direct, as required, AME and Ground Handler personnel.
• Carry out category and category co-ordination certifications within applicable ratings.
• Carry out inspection and maintenance co-ordination and certification.
• Ensure all entries and certifications for work undertaken is completed and certified.
• Ensure all data, release notes and certificates of conformance for components and parts used during servicing or maintenance are accompanying the respective work sheet/work package.
• Carry out line maintenance functions.
• Actively participate in the Quality and Safety Management System as applicable.
• Ensure FOD control procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure OH & S requirements are adhered to.
• Ensure GSE is serviceable and report any defects or deficiencies.
• Ensure data used is current and applicable.
• Complete “service reports” as required.
• Ensure Tool control requirements are adhered to.
• Ensure at all times documentation is correctly raised and completed.
• Liaise with the Senior Base Engineer and Maintenance and Logistics Supervisor to resolve any work related deficiencies, complaints and disputes.
• Assist with defect analysis and investigations.
• Carry out aircraft washing and associated corrosion control inspection.
• Assist with Stores issue, receipt and dispatch functions in a back-up capacity.
• Carry out aircraft towing and repositioning.
• Carry out aircraft refuelling.
• Carry out aircraft marshalling in accordance with standard aviation industry signals.
• Other duties as may be directed by your Supervisor from time-to-time.

The essential requirements

• 3+ years mechanical experience on Dash 8 Classic;
• CASA Part 66 Licence with Dash 8 Classic type rating
• Highly skilled and competent in aircraft maintenance troubleshooting and repair; 
• Strong team player;
• Ability to follow supervisory direction;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Consistent positive and proactive attitude;
• Passion for safe work practices;
• Australian Citizen;
• Red ASIC card (or ability to obtain); and,
• Current Australian Driver's licence
• Hold or ability to obtain baseline security clearance

Shifts are Mon - Fri day and weekend day shifts when required.

Additional qualifications

We are specifically looking for candidates capable of committing to flexible working arrangements; further, please ensure that you are available to work in (Cairns, QLD) before applying.

What's in it for you?

At Sigma, we place our people at the heart of everything we do. In your role, you will be awarded a variety of monetary and non-monetary incentives, including:

• Competitive remuneration;
• Opportunities to complete training with our accredited development/education provider;
• Potential pathways to full-time, permanent employment with our industry partners;
• A supportive and encouraging team who are invested in your personal and professional success; 
• An environment where you can safely refine your mechanical skills and;  
• A company culture centred around continuous improvement, collaboration and innovation. 

Contact us

Want to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you - reach out via phone or email, listed below. 

Phone: 0438 508 427 (Jane) 02 7250 6186 (Elaine) or 02 9137 6831 (Jessica)
Email: careers@sigmaaerospace.com.au 
Website: https://www.sigmaaerospace.com.au/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sigmaaerospace/?hl=en 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sigmaaerospace/ 

NOTE: Please ensure that you meet the essential criteria before submitting your application. A cover letter outlining your desire to work with Sigma will also be highly regarded.

Job Type: Full-time

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