• Defence aviation structures maintenance environment
• Full-time permanent position
• NV1 clearance required

Role: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

City/Airport: Pearce, WA
Aircraft: Military Aviation Platform
Shift: Mon–Friday day shift
Work Type: Base / Defence Maintenance (Structures)
Terms: Full-Time / Permanent
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days

Role Description Structures AME required to support structural maintenance activities on military aviation platforms within a Defence-regulated environment.

The role involves structural repairs, corrosion control, fabrication and embodiment of modifications in accordance with approved maintenance data and engineering instructions.

Duties include:

• Repairing structural damage including cracks, dents and corrosion
• Sheet metal repairs and component replacements
• Installation of structural kits and modification embodiment
• Conducting structural inspections during scheduled maintenance
• Maintaining strong documentation and compliance discipline

This is a full-time permanent opportunity working a stable weekday day-shift roster.

Relocation support may be discussed during interview (location dependent).
Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce? Fast Turnaround & Confirmation:

Our team has direct access to hiring managers – we move quickly and keep you informed throughout the process.

Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licensing:
Our award-finalist training college offers structured pathways for aircraft engineers including exclusion removals, multi-category licensing and type ratings.

Market Knowledge:
We work closely with engineers across Commercial and Defence sectors and understand current workforce demand and compliance requirements.

Dedicated Support Team:
We specialise in aviation – we understand engineering environments and advocate for your long-term career progression.

Essential Requirements Required Role Experience: Base or Defence maintenance structures experience

Maintenance Qualification / Licence: Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Structures) – essential
Relevant MEA units required

Work Rights: Australian Citizen

Security Clearance: NV1 clearance – required

Eligibility: Defence personnel background highly regarded

Skills: Structural repair, corrosion rectification, modification embodiment, strong documentation discipline

Attitude: Safety-first mindset, professional, compliant, strong communicator, team focused

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour & on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, GA & Defence. We specialise in sourcing and placing aircraft engineers into permanent and contract roles nationwide.
Our wider group also delivers in-house Line and Heavy maintenance services and engineer training programs under CASA and ASQA approvals. Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia's most trusted independent aviation groups—combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training, and workforce solutions under one roof.

Work with Sigma when you need aviation outcomes delivered without delay, red tape, or compromise.


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