Non-Destructive Testing Technician
Description
We are Northrop Grumman Australia (NGA). 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.
The Role:
Northrop Grumman Australia supports the RAAF C‑27J Spartan fleet. The C‑27J Spartan supports real-world missions, from disaster relief to regional operations.
This role sits within Base Maintenance at RAAF Base Amberley. You will perform critical inspections that keep aircraft safe and mission ready.
This is not a narrow scope NDT role as you will work across multiple inspection methods, not just one.
You will operate in a structured, compliant Defence environment. Processes are clear, expectations are known, and standards matter.
You will work closely with AMEs, Crew Leads, and engineering teams. Your input directly supports defect identification and resolution.
The work is varied across Line and Heavy Maintenance activities. Each job brings different challenges, not repetitive tasks.
Australian Citizenship and Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline AGSVA security clearance are mandatory to be considered for this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
You will contribute across inspection, reporting, and team delivery activities:
- Perform NDT inspections across multiple approved inspection methods
- Deliver accurate, compliant inspection outcomes aligned to maintenance documentation
- Identify defects and support technical reporting and resolution
- Plan and execute inspection tasks within scheduled maintenance activities
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with crew and supervisors
- Support safe, on-time delivery of serviceable aircraft
- Contribute to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement activities
- Assist with documentation, tool control, and maintenance system updates
About You
You bring strong aviation experience within a regulated environment. Ideally, you are ex‑RAAF with Defence aviation exposure. If not, you bring extensive fixed-wing NDT aviation experience.
You are confident working across multiple NDT certification aligned to EN4179/NAS410 methods. You understand structured maintenance and approved documentation systems. You value safety, compliance, and doing the job properly. You are reliable in teams and communicate clearly under pressure.
You prefer environments with clear processes and defined standards. You want varied work rather than repetitive inspection tasks.
You take pride in delivering safe, serviceable aircraft outcomes.
What we Offer
We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.
- Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
- Purchased annual leave – 2 weeks
- Salary packaging including novated car leases
- Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks
- Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
- Health & Wellbeing program
- Employee Assistance Program
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.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact the•••••••@au.ngc.com NB Files cannot be sent to this address.
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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