AME – Mechanical / Structural Aircraft Wheel and Brake Technician/ NDT Technician

SocialbleTech
Melbourne Airport VIC 3045Full time

$60,001 - $80,000

Listed 22 Sep 2026

Closes 22 Oct 2026

TP Aerospace Technics Pty Ltd

Permanent Full-Time Position working from our facility at Melbourne Airport, you will become part of a strong team with one of the world’s leading Maintenance Repair Organisations (MRO) that is approved by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority - CASA and the European Aviation Safety Authority - EASA.

Position # 1 : AME – Mechanical / Structural Aircraft Wheel and Brake NDT Technician (NDT Level 2)

Accomplish Non-Destructive Testing operations in the Aircraft wheel and/or brake departments. Guarantee that Non-Destructive Testing Inspection procedures (Eddy Current Inspection, Ultrasonic Inspection, Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection and Magnetic Particle Inspection Methods) of wheel and brake components remains a smooth and efficient process by monitoring production and well organised workflows. Assist production teams in meeting daily assembly goals. The Aircraft wheel and brake NDT technician is an integral part of the production process.

  • Cleaning and Non-Destructive Testing of aircraft wheel and brake components in accordance with the applicable approved maintenance data, e.g.
  • Pre cleaning of components as required to ensure that Non-Destructive Testing procedures can be accomplished.
  • Visual Inspections / General Visual Inspections
  • Eddy Current Inspections
  • Ultrasonic Inspections
  • Fluorescent Penetrant Inspections
  • Magnetic Particle Inspections
  • Assigned work under supervision of the workshop supervisor and maintenance manager with all maintenance tasks correctly certified.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

  • High School Diploma; background in an aviation component technical, engineering or relevant field will be an advantage
  • Completed vocational training as an aircraft mechanic or equivalent technical vocational training or minimum 2 Years experience as an NDT Technician / Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Technician
  • Qualifications to EN4179 Standard (or equivalent) in Eddy Current Inspection, Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection, Magnetic (Level 2)

Particle Inspection and Ultrasonic Inspection methods. NOTE: Not all methods are mandatory.

  • At least 12 months experience in maintenance on aircraft as NDT Technician preferably in wheels or brakes 
  • Working knowledge of IT systems, including MS Office, Quantum Control, TRAX etc
  • Knowledge of the aircraft component maintenance or aircraft maintenance / operations procedures
  • Knowledge of CASA and EASA Part 145 regulations
  • Proven 6 months in the past 24 months work history as a responsible employee in aircraft wheel and/or brake maintenance or aircraft component / aircraft maintenance or technical operations

SKILLS

  • Proven experience as an NDT Technician, AME – Mechanical / Structural Aircraft Wheel and Brake Technician in C14 or similar role such as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Technician
  • Experience in using various types of production machinery and tools
  • Organisational abilities
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Spoken and written English language skills mandatory
Position # 2 : AME – Mechanical / Structural Aircraft Wheel and Brake Technician

You will accomplish production operations and guarantee that disassembly, inspection, repairs, assembly and testing of wheel and brake components remains a smooth and efficient process by monitoring and organising workflows. Assisting in meeting daily assembly goals, the Aircraft Wheel and Brake Technician is an integral part of the production process.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of aircraft wheel and brake components in accordance with the applicable approved maintenance data, with duties including;

  • Disassembly
  • Cleaning
  • Visual inspections and functional inspections
  • Repairs
  • Assembly of aircraft wheels and brakes
  • Testing of aircraft wheels and brakes

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

  • Completed an acceptable level of secondary schooling and be a minimum 21 years of age
  • Background in an aviation component technical, engineering or relevant field will be an advantage
  • Completed vocational training as an aircraft mechanic or equivalent technical vocational training or minimum 2 Years experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Technician also an advantage
  • Experience in maintenance on aircraft wheels or brakes (Not mandatory)
  • Working knowledge of IT systems, including MS Office, Quantum Control, TRAX etc
  • Knowledge of the aircraft component maintenance or aircraft maintenance / operations procedures
  • Knowledge of CASA and/or EASA Part 145 regulations
  • Proven job as a responsible employee in component or mechanical maintenance / operations

SKILLS

  • At least 12 months experience as an AME – Mechanical / Structural Aircraft Wheel and Brake Technician in C14 or similar role such as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Technician will be considered an advantage
  • Experience as a qualified automotive technician / mechanic
  • Experience in using various types of production equipment, tools and measuring equipment
  • Organisational abilities
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Spoken and written English language skills mandatory

WHAT WE OFFER

Permanent Full-Time employment.

Attractive working conditions.

38-hour week, Monday to Friday 07:00 to 15:21.

Overtime available if required however not mandated.

All tooling and equipment is provided.

All PPE and safety equipment supplied as safety is of no compromise at TP Aerospace.

Training where required will be provided to successful candidates.

Your reward is secure employment in an ever-growing aviation component maintenance repair organisation supporting an inclusive workforce and providing a safe and fun work environment.

How does team spirit and professional development sound?

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