AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionNorthrop Grumman has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join the KC-30A Engineering & Technical S
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Senior Engineer - Mechanical / Structures
Job Description:
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join the KC-30A Engineering & Technical Services (E&TS) team in direct support of NGA sustainment programs. As a Senior Mechanical and Structures Engineer, you will use your strong technical acumen in support of aircraft airworthiness, safety, availability, reliability, maintainability, mission success, and life cycle costs goals. Additionally, you will co-ordinate investigations into aircraft system deficiencies, within your technical discipline while mentoring junior staff.


What we Offer:

  • A collaborative team environment with a focus on people first. Working alongside a client that values the work of its partners
  • Flexible work arrangements, and a family friendly environment that truly values work life balance
  • Ongoing career progression opportunities – this role has a clear pathway to leadership opportunities
  • Generous leave entitlements with additional leave purchase options, plus reservist leave, and other salary sacrifice options
  • Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs
  • Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option


About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A strong technical background, able to build rapport with technicians and engineers.
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Aeronautical / Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical / Avionics / Mechatronics)
  • Background in the military would be advantageous; however, industry adjacent experience is also highly valued
  • Knowledge of configuration management, airworthiness regulation, and certification concepts utilised by ADF and/or civil operators
  • Experience as a Professional Engineer or Technician within the aviation industry or demonstrated experience managing the continuing airworthiness of an aircraft type
  • Leadership experience, ideally across multi-discipline teams
  • Experience working on aviation programs essential


Want to learn more about the role? Contact Eve Mountney at Evelyn.Mountneyau.ngc.com
 

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

Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1780 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

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Location
Amberley, Queensland, Australia
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1780 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our employees in all aspects of life, both on and off the job. Our benefits extend to you and your family, offering comprehensive health coverage, flexible work options, back-up child and elder care programs and more. Explore Total Rewards

RECRUITMENT FRAUD AND SAFETY CONTENT

Recruitment Fraud and Safety

Recruitment fraud is an illegal scam that exploits job seekers into providing personal information or money for fraudulent ‘job opportunities’ on career websites. This kind of fraud is usually done through unsolicited emails and text messages, or through fake websites and social media accounts posing as a company. Northrop Grumman recruiters will never:

Request payment for applications or interviews.
Offer resume coaching or training for technical assessments.
Extend a job offer without conducting an interview.
Send communication from unofficial email domains (e.g. Yahoo, Gmail, etc.).

Learn how to identify legitimate communications from our team and protect yourself from recruitment fraud.

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