Trainee Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) - Egress Specialisation

Location: Ohakea, New Zealand

Te Whiwhinga a mahi | The Opportunity

Ready to launch your career in aviation with an industry leader?

As an AME (Egress) Trainee based at RNZAF Base Ohakea, you will play a vital role in supporting the Royal New Zealand Air Force. Working with our high-performing team, you'll assist in delivering serviced T-6C Texan aircraft and critical egress systems (ejection seats).

This role is heavily focused on your growth. You will be fully supported with a structured, approved training program through an external provider to help you build a long-term technical career.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Hands-on Maintenance: Carrying out delegated maintenance tasks and inspections to the highest technical standards.
• Safety & Precision: Strictly adhering to aviation maintenance manuals, checklists, and safety procedures.
• Tool & Asset Control: Ensuring all specialized tooling is correctly managed and maintained.
• Documentation: Accurate logging of maintenance data in our computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Continuous Improvement: Actively suggesting ways to improve team efficiency and workplace performance.

Ko koe tenei | About You

You are a team player with excellent communication skills, a strong mechanical aptitude, and an eye for detail. You thrive in a structured environment where safety and continuous improvement are the standard.

What you bring to the team:

• An NZ-recognised Aeronautical Engineering Certificate (Level 3 or 4).
• Proven mechanical aptitude and a hands-on technical skillset.
• The ability to read, interpret, and precisely follow technical manuals.
• Solid computer literacy.
• A strong, demonstrated commitment to safety and quality.
• The ability to obtain and maintain Airbus and RNZAF security clearances.

Ko wai matou | About Us

At Airbus, our people are our greatest strength. We work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer, and smarter place. We celebrate diversity of thought and are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive culture where our teams have the space, tools, and support to innovate and thrive.

He aha matou | Why Us?

• Career Growth: We invest in you through a mix of structured external training, classroom learning, and on-the-job mentorship.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing: We value your life outside of work and offer genuine flexibility to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Recognition: We love to celebrate wins. Your hard work will be valued through our formal reward and recognition programs.

Tono inaianei | Apply Now!

Applications close: 12 July 2026

If you are ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in aeronautical engineering, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter.

Important Application Information: Applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand.

• The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain New Zealand Defence site clearance.
• Pre-employment medical screening (including drug and alcohol testing) is required for this role.