B1 or B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Sigma Aerospace Workforce is recruiting B1 and/or B2 licensed aircraft maintenance engineers for business aviation aircraft maintenance work in Karratha, Western Australia. The role suits experienced, hands-on engineers with a Cessna Citation 500, 550 or 560 type rating who can troubleshoot and maintain jet, turboprop and multi-engine piston aircraft. CASA licence holders are preferred, and suitably qualified EASA, CAAS and FAA A&P licence holders are also considered.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify faults across jet, turboprop and multi-engine piston aircraft
• Carry out annual and progressive inspections
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
• Complete modifications to aircraft systems and structures
• Troubleshoot engines, landing gear, air-conditioning and pressurisation systems
• Work on fuel, bleed air, hydraulic and vacuum systems
• Perform functional checks and engine runs
• Carry out rigging and throttle synchronisation
• Complete logbooks, inspection reports and parts documentation accurately
• Assist with in-flight fault observation where required
• Communicate professionally with customers and work safely according to approved procedures and regulations

Required profile

• Aircraft maintenance experience with the ability to troubleshoot, inspect and maintain jet, turboprop and/or multi-engine piston aircraft; business aviation experience highly regarded
• Current aircraft maintenance licence issued by CASA, EASA or CAAS, or an FAA A&P licence; CASA licence holders preferred
• B1 and/or B2 licensing credentials; exact category requirements assessed against the position
• Cessna Citation 500, 550 or 560 type rating
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency preferred; visa holders with full working rights may be considered
• Availability to work in Karratha, WA

Required skills

• Strong aircraft fault-finding capability
• Competence with hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments
• Accurate maintenance documentation
• Ability to read and write English to the level required for the role
• Safety-focused, practical, reliable and customer-focused attitude with strong communication skills

What we offer

• Full-time or contract opportunities
• Pay negotiated based on experience
• Access to aircraft maintenance training and licensing support through Sigma Aerospace College
• Dedicated support team working exclusively in aviation