Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mech (P-8A)

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Edinburgh, SA

About the Opportunity

Join our P-8 Poseidon Base Maintenance team in Edinburgh and play a key role as an AME (Mechanical) supporting one of the world's most advanced maritime aircraft. If you enjoy hands-on aircraft maintenance, fault-finding mechanical systems and keeping complex platforms operating safely and efficiently, you'll feel right at home here.

This permanent full-time role sees you working within a supportive, tight-knit team, reporting to the Team Lead Aircraft Maintenance and supporting RAAF 11SQN and 12SQN Maintenance. You'll be involved in on-aircraft and off-aircraft maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, rectification tasks and approved modifications—directly contributing to the operational readiness of a high-profile fleet.

What you'll bring

You're someone who takes pride in doing things properly, keeping standards high and aircraft flying safely. You enjoy being part of a team that genuinely backs each other, and you're comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where attention to detail really matters.

• Cert IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) or equivalent from an RTO
• Strong aviation airworthiness knowledge and experience applying it in a regulated environment
• Experience with aircraft mechanical systems and maintenance practices
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance documentation, IETPs and contemporary maintenance practices
• Ability to obtain a B-level Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Solid computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

Why Airbus

Airbus is a global leader in aerospace innovation, spanning commercial aviation, helicopters, defence, space and security. Here in Australia and New Zealand, we're proudly supporting platforms such as the P-8 Poseidon, C-130J Hercules, ARH Tiger and a range of rotary and fixed-wing aircraft—backed by a 50-year heritage of technical excellence and our values: teamwork, integrity, customer focus, reliability, respect and creativity.

You'll enjoy access to learning pathways, genuine development opportunities and a workplace that values wellbeing—including true flexibility with a 9-day fortnight and a robust recognition programme. We're committed to an inclusive culture and encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage and ex-Defence personnel.

Important Eligibility Requirements

This role requires you to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance. Only Australian citizens (including dual citizens with Australian citizenship) are eligible for this level of clearance.

Applications close: 06 September 2026