Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) - Defence Aviation | Newcastle, NSW

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) required
• Minimum 4+ years' experience and ability to obtain NV1 clearance
• Permanent role with relocation to Newcastle required

Quick Overview
Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures
City/Airport: Williamtown (YWLM), NSW
Aircraft: Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II family
Shift: Not specified
Work Type: Defence Aviation Maintenance
Terms: Permanent | Relocation to Newcastle / Williamtown required
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days

Role Description
Sigma Aerospace Workforce is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures to support F-35 Defence aviation maintenance at Williamtown, NSW.

This permanent role is suited to an experienced Structures AME with Certificate IV Aeroskills qualifications, strong maintenance discipline and the ability to work in a structured MRO environment supporting Defence aviation operations.

You will:

• Carry out aircraft structures maintenance tasks in line with approved maintenance data and procedures
• Support scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities
• Inspect, repair and maintain aircraft structural components and assemblies
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow Defence aviation maintenance requirements
• Work safely as part of a high-performing engineering and maintenance team

Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?
Fast Turnaround & Confirmation:
Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders and hiring managers. We work to get strong applications reviewed quickly rather than leaving engineers waiting for weeks.

Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing:
Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways across exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings and licence requalification.

Market Knowledge:
We work with engineers, operators and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and understand the realities of aircraft maintenance roles, rosters, rates and licensing pathways.

Dedicated Support Team:
Our team works exclusively in aviation. We answer the phone, understand the role requirements, and support candidates through the process.

Essential Requirements
Required Role Experience:
Minimum 4+ years’ aircraft maintenance experience in a structures role. Defence aviation, fast jet, F-35 or structured MRO experience will be highly regarded.

Maintenance Qualification / Licence:
Certificate IV in Aeroskills - Structures required.

Work Rights:
Must have Australian work rights and be able to satisfy Defence aviation employment and site access requirements.

Location / Availability:
Permanent relocation to Newcastle / Williamtown, NSW is required.

Additional Requirements:
Must be able to obtain and maintain NV1 security clearance. Current driver’s licence preferred.

Skills:
Strong aircraft structures maintenance knowledge, repair discipline, documentation accuracy, and confidence working to approved procedures in a regulated aircraft maintenance environment.

Attitude:
Safety-first, reliable, professional, team-focused and able to work effectively within a structured Defence aviation maintenance team.

Role Benefits
Permanent Role
Defence Aviation Maintenance Environment
Structured MRO Environment
Relocation to Newcastle / Williamtown
Dedicated Support Team

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce
Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators 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 independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.

Contact
Phone:
02 7250 6186 — Elaine
02 9137 6831 — Jessica
02 4072 6121 — Allan
02 4072 5965 — James

Email:
careers@sigmaaerospace.com.au

Website:
https://careers.sigmaaerospace.com.au

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