Aircraft Life Support Fitter

At BAE Systems Australia

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 ground breaking 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.

We have an exciting permanent waged opportunity for an Air Life Support Fitter to join our team at Pearce, WA
. You will be responsible for servicing and maintaining aircrew life support equipment to defence standards. This hands‑on role supports BF operations by ensuring equipment readiness, troubleshooting faults, and fitting pilot gear for optimal safety.

• Service and maintain aircrew life support equipment to defence standards.
• Support BF operations with hands‑on technical expertise and equipment readiness.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in life support systems with minimal turnaround time.
• Fit, test, and adjust pilot life support gear for optimal safety and comfort.
• Deliver responsive customer support to pilots and operational teams.
• Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and equipment status.

• Trade qualification or relevant defence/aviation experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills for customer and pilot interaction.
• Experience with life support systems or aviation equipment highly regarded.
• Defence clearance eligibility.

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.

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.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (Vet Net Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

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 WORK
180.

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

As a 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.