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Maintenance Test Pilot (MRH90)-Sydney (Re-Post)

  • Writer: Jason Walburn
    Jason Walburn
  • Jan 21, 2019
  • 3 min read

MRH90 Unit Maintenance Test Pilot

Sydney - Holsworthy

About the team/program

A newly created position is required to act as a Unit Maintenance Test Pilot (UMTP) at the Airbus Sydney site in Holsworthy.

Commencing as soon as possible, the UMTP is to provide assistance to maximise available aircraft through close liaison with Senior Manager Flight Operations, AMO staff in Sydney, and the Senior Managers in charge of associated programs. Secondary duties (commensurate with qualifications, professional suitability criteria and when capacity permits) may include other pilot duties such as ferrying and delivery of aircraft as well as other operational support tasks.

About the role

The successful applicant is to be part of a highly qualified, agile team that is able to support Airbus Australia Pacific flight operations locally and in the Region as tasks require.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Unit Maintenance Test Pilot (UMTP) duties on the MRH90 in Sydney

  • Flight Operational Support activities on and in support of the MRH90 aircraft in Sydney

  • In addition to the essential responsibilities as a UMTP in Sydney, you may be required to support a variety of other flight operations in the Region. These may include:

  • Unit Maintenance Test Pilot (UMTP) duties on the MRH90 in Brisbane and Oakey

  • Simulator proficiency flights and support activities on the MRH90 in Oakey or Townsville

  • Flight Support activities such as ferry flights and aircraft delivery flights

  • Other tasks and duties within the bounds of experience, skills and trade or professional certifications, as directed by management.

About you

  • To be successful in this role, it is essential that you secure and maintain all licenses and accreditation required to operate on the MRH90 helicopter as a Unit Maintenance Test Pilot.

  • You will be expected to support your peers and supervisors through your personal attributes including communication skills, enthusiasm, professional acumen, integrity and work ethics.

  • This position is required to conduct flying operations IAW the Defence and AAP orders, instructions and procedures as well as those of the National Airworthiness Authorities as appropriate to the role.

Applicants must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1) and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical standard.

What's on offer

Here at Airbus Australia Pacific we offer dynamic and diverse roles as well as a friendly place to work!Some benefits you can expect:

  • Professional development opportunities and training plans aligned to support your career progression.

  • Salary Packaging - including salary sacrifice and novated leases.

  • Employee Share Ownership Plan.

  • Options for flexible working arrangements.

  • Strong links to the broader Airbus Group global community.

More about Airbus in Australia Pacific

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, it generated revenues of € 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, and is one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotor-craft solutions worldwide.

Airbus in Australia Pacific is the region's largest helicopter manufacturer, employing more than 1500 people across 15 sites in Australia and New Zealand. With the largest market share in civilian and military helicopters, the company supports more than 500 Airbus Helicopters and is well recognised as a leading Through-Life-Support provider in military fixed wing and helicopter platforms.

Application Closing Date: 23 Jan 2019

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