Structural Instructor

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Structures Technical Instructor to join our project based at RAAF Base, Wagga Wagga, reporting to the Line Manager.

You will be responsible for delivering Initial Employment Training (IET) to aviation trade students, with a strong focus on Aerospace Structures and Composite materials. You will also support the ongoing delivery and administration of the Structures Training program.

Training is delivered across a variety of environments including classrooms, workshops, and hangars, providing a diverse and hands-on teaching environment. You will work with tri-service cohorts of students, contributing to the development of the next generation of aviation maintainers.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Deliver IET in Aerospace Structures and Composite repair techniques.
• Facilitate theoretical and practical training in composite materials, structural repair, and associated aviation maintenance practices.
• Deliver training across classroom, workshop, and hangar environments.
• Contribute to the development, preparation, and maintenance of training materials and resources.
• Support the administration and continuous improvement of the structures training program.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and industry best practice within the training environment.

About You

• Extensive experience working in Aerospace Structures, with strong exposure to Composite Materials and Repairs.
• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) – essential.
• Defence experience (either as an ex-Defence member or through working within Defence regulatory systems) – desirable but not essential.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) – desirable. Candidates without this qualification must be willing to undertake training to obtain it.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, guide, and develop aviation trade trainees.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse, and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmark Triple R- Excellence in Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

A Baseline Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.