Maintenance Program Engineer

Location: Australia-Fairbairn

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Description

We are Northrop Grumman Australia. Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career. 

The Maintenance Program Engineer role sits at the point where engineering judgement meets daily operations.

Based on site at 34 Squadron, you’ll take ownership of the Special Purpose Aircraft (SPA) maintenance program and reliability performance, working closely with operators, technicians and engineers to keep aircraft safe, available and mission‑ready.

This is not a remote engineering role. You’ll be on site and trusted with real accountability, visibility of impact, and the authority to influence outcomes in a regulated Defence environment.

For the right candidate, a relocation package is available to support a move to Canberra. FIFO cannot be considered.

Key Responsibilities    

• Own and sustain the SPA aircraft maintenance program, with a focus on reliability, availability and airworthiness
• Perform Continuing Airworthiness Management (CAM) Services engineering activities, including assessment of defects, technical issues and emerging trends
• Manage technical information, maintenance strategies and configuration impacts
• Work directly with operators and technicians to resolve issues pragmatically and safely
• Contribute to engineering governance, assurance activities and Defence forums
• Support continuous improvement and consistent engineering practices across the program 

About You  

You’re an experienced aviation engineer who values responsibility and clarity of ownership. You’re comfortable working close to operations, making sound decisions in regulated environments, and standing behind your engineering judgement.

You bring:

• Experience in aviation engineering, sustainment or continuing airworthiness environments
• Exposure to maintenance programs, CAMS and reliability activities
• The credibility to engage confidently with technical and operational stakeholders
• Leadership through influence, mentoring others and shaping outcomes
• A relevant Bachelor of Engineering and the ability to obtain Defence security clearance

Military experience is welcome, but not essential. Civil aviation backgrounds are strongly considered. 

What we Offer  

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.  

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Purchased annual leave – 2 weeks
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks
• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

Everyone Matters 
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team. 

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected] Please note files cannot be received via this email.

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.