Avionics Engineer

To serve in the ADF you must be an Australian Citizen. If you are not an Australian Citizen, you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria. Please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.

Your role:

As an Avionics Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in today's modern Army where you will be able to take control of advanced Army technology as you plan, install, analyse and troubleshoot our advanced helicopter systems.

Immerse yourself in the mechanics of Armed Reconnaissance, Chinook helicopters, and more. You’ll keep these impressive machines in top form by maintaining the electrical, avionics, instrument and flight control systems.

You’ll learn firsthand how to apply your engineering skills to Army aircraft and manage a maintenance team to keep the helicopters airworthy. From here you’ll have a range of opportunities to evolve in the field of engineering, including travelling overseas and undertaking postgraduate study.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an engineering degree who thrives on challenging themselves and making a difference.

Salary:

In the Army you'll get paid a highly competitive salary from day one regardless of your age, experience or qualifications; and your pay increases as you progress through training.

On completion of your initial military training and initial employment training, you could earn: $96,334 per annum plus a generous super.

Life in the Army:

Action, adventure, exciting career opportunities and amazing mateship—there’s so much to love about life in the Army. Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill, get qualified with fully paid training or are up for a new challenge, you’ll find it all in the Army.

Not to mention there’s also the sense of accomplishment and pride that comes from serving your country and providing support to communities in need, both here and overseas.

This is no ordinary job—but that’s exactly what you’re looking for. Enjoy a rewarding career, opportunities to travel, excellent fitness facilities, and free medical and dental; all in a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

Apply now:

For this role, you must be an Australian citizen and able to successfully obtain a security clearance. If you are not an Australian Citizen you may still be eligible to join the ADF if you meet certain criteria, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.

The minimum requirement is an engineering degree permitting graduate membership to Engineers Australia (EA) as a professional engineer. The following is a list of preferred disciplines.

• Avionics


• Communications/Telecommunications


• Computer Systems


• Electrical/Electronics


• Mechatronics


• Software

Click the APPLY button if you think you have what it takes to become an Army Avionics Engineer and we’ll get in contact with you shortly.

Apply today or request more information by calling 13 19 01 or emailing applications@adfcareers.gov.au

You can also visit the link below to view the full position description and learn more about life in the Army: https://army.defencejobs.gov.au/jobs/avionics-engineer