Royal Australian Air Force - Armament Engineering (Undergraduate Sponsorship) (Start ASAP)

This is your opportunity to join a dynamic, people-focussed organisation that offers great lifestyle and opportunities you won't find anywhere else, all whilst having your remaining study sponsored, earning a salary as you complete your degree and having a guaranteed job following graduation.

Your role:

Air Force weapon systems include some of the most technically advanced equipment found anywhere in the world. So it takes a special kind of engineer to manage the teams that design, repair and maintain them. As an Armament Engineer in the Air Force, you'll do just this.

No two days will be the same in this exciting role and the equipment you'll work with is unmatched in the civilian world. One day you could be testing a latest generation weapon system, the next could see you working on cutting-edge remote-control bomb disposal equipment, or a highly classified cannon upgrade.

This is a role with incredible variety, and with excellent opportunities for career advancement.

On top of this, as an Air Force Officer you'll be trained to become an inspirational leader and mentor; adept at effectively communicating with and managing teams, with a comprehensive knowledge of Air Force attitudes, values and military protocols and procedures.

If you enjoy making things work, have a desire to work on some of the world's most technically advanced equipment, and have the qualities to become an inspirational leader and manager, this is your opportunity to embark on a fulfilling engineering career in the Air Force.

Salary:

This is your opportunity to be paid a competitive salary as you study at the university of your choice. Not to mention, you'll receive other benefits like rental allowance, textbook reimbursement and assistance with your HELP fees.

Upon commencing the program, your salary will be between $34,633 - $53,104 plus 16.4% superannuation depending on the completion status of your course.
On completion of your degree and initial training, you could earn $90,629 per annum plus 16.4% superannuation.

Location:

Upon completion of your training in Victoria and New South Wales, you may be posted to one of the major Air Force bases around Australia such as RAAF Base Amberley, RAAF Base Darwin or RAAF Base Tindal.

Life in the Air Force:

When you join the Air Force, you'll benefit from our investment in your professional growth and development, enjoy great work/life balance, a supportive team environment and extensive benefits – from free healthcare to excellent fitness facilities. Plus, there's the potential for overseas travel.

In addition, there are the meaningful experiences that come with serving your country. From participating in Air Force exercises and operations to providing support to communities in need, this is your opportunity to take on a career with many rewarding dimensions.

Apply now:

To be eligible to apply for an Air Force undergraduate sponsorship, you must be an Australian citizen, over 17 at the time of enlistment and have been accepted into a university offering an eligible Engineering degree in the following fields: Aeronautical, Aerospace, Avionics, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or Mechanical.

You must also be able to obtain a security clearance and meet the minimum medical and fitness requirements.

Click APPLY to start your journey in the Air Force and we'll get in contact with you shortly.

For more information or to email your interest, contact Amelia Belperio in our Professional Services Recruitment Team on (08) 8402 5620 or via email via email at applications@dfr.com.au.