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Northrop Grumman

KC 30A Field Services Representative

Australia-Amberley, Australia

Full Time

6 minutes ago

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Job description

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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. 

 

Northrop Grumman Australia provides the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) with through-life support for its fleet of KC30-A Multi-role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft—a derivative of the Airbus A330-200. The platform is a trusted and proven asset, and the program is continually growing in capability and expertise. 

 

Your Role 

As our Field Services Representative, you will provide timely, expert maintenance and troubleshooting advice on KC-30A airframe, engine, avionics and AAR systems. As a subject matter expert, you will support 33SQN both from their Main Operating Base and on deployment. Embedded within the squadron cell you will also: 

 

  • Provide support and advice during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting. 

  • Assist the Maintenance Support Services Manager in maintaining operational support to 33 SQN through rostering support and leave management 

  • Provide Technical Advice within level of approved Engineering Authority issued from NGA-DS CAMO for the resolution and actioning of 33SQN REA’s, RAAP’s and PIRR’s 

 

About You 

As an experienced Technical Professional, you will have working knowledge of the KC-30A systems and the requirements around supporting it’s capabilities. You will also: 

 

  • Hold a current CASA or DASA Licence (KC-30A) 

  • Current Human Factors Training 

  • Be able to obtain Engineering and Release Authority  

  • A330 or KC-30A Maintenance or Flight Line experience  

 

What we Offer 

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues, and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.  

  • Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training 

  • Purchased annual leave. 

  • Salary packaging includes novated car leases. 

  • Generous paid parental leave  

  • Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave 

  • Health & Wellbeing program 

  • Employee Assistance Program 

 

Defining Possible is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that works for our people’s careers too. What’s Your Possible? 

 

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. 

 

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. 

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