Our client is an innovative Australian defence technology and advanced manufacturing organisation developing next-generation aerospace systems. With a strong focus on research, development, testing, and operational excellence, the company is expanding its field operations team to support the maintenance, deployment, and testing of fixed-wing aircraft across Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team working on cutting-edge aerospace and defence projects in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Location: Adelaide, South Australia 

Salary: Competitive salary package + relocation assistance available for interstate candidates

Work Set-up: Full-time permanent position | Adelaide-based role | Regular field deployments | Opportunity to work in remote environments, including field and camping-style conditions

We are seeking a practical and mechanically minded Mechanical Technician to support the maintenance, preparation, testing, and deployment of fixed-wing aircraft platforms. Working across workshop and field environments, you will play a critical role in ensuring aircraft remain safe, serviceable, and mission-ready throughout an active test and development program.

This role would suit candidates from a variety of industries including mining, oil & gas, defence, agriculture, marine, motorsport, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance. Aviation experience is advantageous but not essential.

Success in this position will come from your strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, adaptability, and willingness to work in fast-paced operational environments.

• Perform inspections, servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance on fixed-wing aircraft systems and associated equipment.
• Support pre-flight and post-flight activities, including launch, recovery, and flight-line operations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults, identifying practical solutions in both workshop and field environments.
• Assist in developing, improving, and documenting maintenance procedures and technical processes.
• Work closely with engineers, aircraft maintainers, and operational personnel to support testing and deployment activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Participate in regional and remote field operations, contributing to broader project and operational requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all maintenance and operational activities.

• Trade qualification or proven experience in mechanical maintenance, field service, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to unfamiliar systems and equipment.
• Experience working in demanding operational environments such as mining, oil & gas, agriculture, defence, marine, manufacturing, or motorsport.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote field locations when required.
• Current Australian Citizenship.

• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Engineering, Mechanical Trade, or related discipline.
• Exposure to aircraft maintenance environments (fixed-wing or rotary-wing).
• Experience within defence, aerospace, research and development, or advanced technology sectors.
• Familiarity with maintenance documentation and technical record-keeping.
• Current driver's licence and experience operating vehicles in remote environments.

• Work on cutting-edge aerospace and defence technologies.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative research and development programs.
• Diverse mix of workshop-based and field-based work.
• Travel opportunities to unique test locations across Australia.
• Collaborative and highly skilled engineering environment.
• Long-term career development within a growing defence technology organisation.
• Relocation assistance available for interstate applicants.
• Competitive remuneration package.