What you will do

The Instrument Systems Bay is responsible for ensuring this equipment, and associated components, are maintained and repaired to a high standard.

In this role you will be responsible for the effective repair of aircraft instrument, oxygen and flight systems equipment within Avionics Squadron Auckland from a technical perspective. The role ensures the retention of core corporate and specialist knowledge, skills, and expertise are maintained.

What we need

We are seeking an individual who has experience in avionics component repair, or in a similar field;

having the conceptual ability to solve technical problems and the skills to repair and maintain avionics systems to component level. You will also have experience in supervising and guiding more junior technicians assisting to develop their skills and capabilities whilst ensuring all technical policies, practices and procedures are adhered to.

Key skills needed:

• Excellent skills in fault finding electronic/electrical equipment to component level;
• Understanding of avionics trade practices and airworthiness, desirable;
• HRHS desirable;
• Knowledge of aeronautical and non-aeronautical Instrument systems desirable;
• Understanding of Computerised Maintenance Management System (SAP Plant Maintenance) desirable;
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Who we are

Avionics Squadron is responsible for providing technical advice, maintenance and engineering support of Avionics equipment and systems to meet the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Maintenance Wing's requirements in support of New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Air operations.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Why Us

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family;
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000;
• Access to holiday accommodation across NZ;
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers;
• 5 weeks annual leave per year;
•  Free onsite parking and great nearby amenities;
• Opportunities for career development.

How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

• The NZ Government has announced COVID-19 vaccine mandates covering all employees of the NZDF. Under the mandate, in order to be eligible to work within the NZDF, all staff are required to have received the first dose of the vaccine by 17 January 2022, and the second dose by 1 March 2022, and proof of your vaccination status will be required.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.

Applications close on Thursday 3 February 2022.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Low level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen, who has resided in this country continuously for at least the last five years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.