At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain airfield infrastructure while studying a world-class degree.
- Company: Join the Royal Australian Air Force for a unique career opportunity.
- Benefits: Fully funded degree, competitive salary, generous superannuation, and career progression.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team environment and state-of-the-art fitness facilities.
- Why this job: Earn while you learn and secure a guaranteed job post-graduation.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian citizen, 17+, and have completed Year 12.
The predicted salary is between 108786 - 108786 $ per year.
This Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) role gives you the unique opportunity to study a fully funded world‑class degree from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), earn a salary as you study, and walk straight into a guaranteed job following graduation.
As an Airfield Engineer in the Air Force, you’ll develop and maintain infrastructure, survey airfields and establish temporary runways in remote locations. Working with tradespeople and contractors, you’ll play a crucial role in Air Force capability by providing advice on the provision and protection of airbases, onshore and offshore airfields, and air power.
Responsibilities
- Planning and conducting engineering operations
- Managing aerodrome infrastructure and compliance
- Contributing to management of air base infrastructure and compliance
- Contributing to strategic infrastructure planning, development and delivery
- Conducting airfield surveys
- Managing construction projects
Benefits
- Fully paid Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) debt
- Generous superannuation of 16.4%
- Subsidised food and accommodation
- Free medical and dental
- Career progression and development
- Supportive team environment
- Job security
- State‑of‑the‑art fitness facilities
Salary Progression
Whilst studying at ADFA, your salary will start from $52,773. Upon graduation and completion of initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $108,786 per annum.
Location
Following training, you may be posted to one of the major Air Force bases around Australia, such as RAAF Base Amberley or Williamtown.
Eligibility
To be eligible you must be at least 17 at the time of entry, an Australian citizen, and have passed Year 12 with a qualifying entrance rank for a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at UNSW. If you are not an Australian citizen, please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.
Apply Now
Apply today or request more information by calling or emailing.
Seniority Level: Not Applicable
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Armed Forces, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Engineering Services
Airfield Engineer employer: Royal Australian Air Force
The Royal Australian Air Force offers an exceptional employment opportunity as an Airfield Engineer, combining a fully funded world-class education with a competitive salary and job security. With generous benefits such as subsidised accommodation, free medical and dental care, and a supportive team environment, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to vital national defence operations. The chance to work at major Air Force bases across Australia further enhances the appeal of this role, providing a unique and rewarding career path.
Contact Details:
Royal Australian Air Force Recruitment Team
