Operations Engineer

• Be a key contributor in the Jetstar Flight Operations Team

• Permanent, full-time role – with a hybrid model of WFH and at our Collingwood office

• Staff Travel Benefit from Day 1!

Join the Jetstar team at a pivotal moment in our history as we embark on a new era of low fares travel. As we emerge from the pandemic, the outlook for our domestic and international flying is very strong and our teams are excited to welcome our new A320 NEOs and A321LR NEOs as we continue on our mission to offer all day, every day low fares so more people can fly to more places, more often

As the Operations Engineer you will be responsible for the technical support of all aspects of aircraft weight and balance, and performance to ensure compliance with manufacturers’ manuals, company operations manuals and relevant legislation for aircraft listed on the Jetstar Airways Air Operator’s Certificate.

Role responsibilities:

• To develop and maintain special obstacle avoidance take-off procedures in compliance with relevant legislation

• To develop and validate software for aircraft performance and load control, including applicable electronic flight bag (EFB) applications used by Flight Crew

• To maintain current and accurate databases and company manuals for aircraft performance and load control in compliance with manufacturers manuals, other company operations manuals and relevant legislation

• Monitor data affecting aircraft performance and loading

• Provide technical support in relation to aircraft performance and loading

You’ll have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering

• 2-3 years’ experience in engineering related roles

• The ability to analyse and solve complex problems under pressure

• Strong internal and external stakeholder management skills across a variety of functions

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to various audiences

• A proactive approach to work with the ability to manage competing demands of ad-hoc projects

• A very strong attention to detail

About Jetstar

The Jetstar Group has airlines in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan. Launch in 2004, we have grown from a team of 700 to 7,600 and have flown more than 250 million passengers. Collectively we now offer more than 5000 flights a week to more than 85 destinations in 17 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region, with a fleet of more than 130 aircraft.

Our Culture

Jetstar is alive with a sense of adventure. Day in and day out, our teams search for new places to fly, new ways to add value and new ideas to improve performance. If you love the road less travelled, you’ll love working here because ours is a team who innovate every day, thrive on delivery, support each other and celebrate our successes. You’ll be supported to challenge, anticipate and explore while you work will connect people and enrich lives. We encourage diversity and aim to create an environment where our employees feel valued, respected and enabled.

Our Benefits

Team members have access to heavily discounted fares to destinations all over the world – not only for team members, but for their favourite travel companions too. Our staff travel benefit includes discounts on airfares, accommodation, car hire and travel insurance for both domestic and international travel. Discounts can be used within the Jetstar Group airlines, Qantas and other partner airlines.

Inclusion and Diversity

Jetstar is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Applications Close: Tuesday 18th June 2024