- Mon-Fri business hours
- Train Defence aviation personnel
- Permanent full-time opportunity
Quick Overview
- Role: Structures/Composites Instructors
- City/Airport: Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Aircraft: Defence Aviation Training Environment
- Shift: Monday to Friday – Business Hours
- Work Type: Classroom / Simulated Working Environment
- Terms: Full Time (3 x Positions Available)
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days
Role Description
We have an exciting opportunity for an Aviation Technical Instructor to join a Defence aviation training program in Wagga Wagga, NSW.
This role sits within a structured RTO environment delivering Initial Employment Training (IET) and Post-Initial Employment Training to Australian Defence Force personnel.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality aviation technical training, mentoring Defence trainees, and ensuring all learning outcomes meet regulatory and operational requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Deliver aviation technical training in classroom and simulated environments
- Supervise and mentor Defence personnel during practical learning
- Provide specialist aviation technical knowledge and advice
- Develop and maintain training materials and documentation
- Maintain accurate electronic and hard-copy training records
- Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and stakeholder requirements
- Support Defence trainees in aviation best practice and professional development
This is a stable, Monday–Friday role suited to experienced engineers ready to transition into a structured training environment.
Typical tasks include:
- Daily/transit checks and rectification support
- Tech log review, accurate documentation, and defect escalation
- MEL/CDL awareness and support to return-to-service activities
- Tool control, FOD prevention, and safe work practices on the apron/hangar
- Working to production milestones, work packs, and shift handovers
You will work to ensure tasks are completed safely, compliantly and on schedule within CASA Part 145 requirements.
Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?
- Fast Turnaround & Confirmation: Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders – no waiting 12 weeks: we get great applications in front of the engineering hiring manager in 48 hours.
- Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing: Our award-finalist training college offers acclaimed training for aircraft engineers – with streamlined pathways to exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings, & Licence Requalification.
- Market Knowledge: We work with engineers and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and constantly compared to market rates—our benchmarked salary offers mean you won’t be lowballed.
- Dedicated Support Team: Our team work exclusively in aviation, with aircraft engineers—and we’re not HR; we answer the phone, understand your needs, and champion your career goals first.
Essential Requirements
- Required Role Experience: Demonstrated experience as a qualified Aviation Maintenance Engineer (AME), Aircraft Engineer or Electrical Engineer with strong aviation safety regulation knowledge.
- Maintenance Qualification / Licence: Certificate IV in Aeroskills (or equivalent) preferred (relevant experience considered) & Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116) highly regarded
- Work Rights: Must be an Australian Citizen
- Skills: Strong communication & presentation skills, Stakeholder engagement ability, Training development capability, High documentation discipline
- Attitude: Professional, structured, patient mentor, Strong communicator, Safety-first mindset, Committed to Defence capability outcomes
Role Benefits
- Attractive Salary Package
- Included Training & Licencing (No-Upfront Fees)
- Dedicated Support Team
- Employee Assistance Program (Wellbeing)
- Leasing Options
- Private Health Discounts
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 source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs & MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capabilities for airlines when they need surge capacity. Our wider group also undertakes Line and Heavy maintenance services in-house.
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia's most trusted award-winning independent aviation groups-combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training. and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across five states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivering for Qantas, Northrop Grumman, and Defence suppliers, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp, and execution-focused. Work with Sigma when you need aviation outcomes delivered without delay, red tape, or compromise.
Contact
Phone: 02 7250 6186 (Elaine), 02 9137 6831 (Jessica), 02 4072 6121 (Allan), 02 4072 5965 (James)
Email: [email protected]
Website: careers.sigmaaerospace.com.au
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Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/sigmaaerospace
Rate Disclaimer:
Any pay rates listed or discussed are provided as a guide only and are based on the information available at the time of advertising or discussion. Final rates of pay will be confirmed by the client and/or Sigma Aerospace following assessment of the candidate’s qualifications, experience, competencies, employment type, applicable industrial instrument, role requirements and roster. A formal offer, including confirmed pay rate and conditions, will only be issued if the candidate is successful and accepts the role.
