Maintenance Programs Engineer

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Jetstar is seeking a Maintenance Programs Engineer in Melbourne to develop and maintain Approved Maintenance Programs that stay compliant, ensure accurate implementation into TRAX, and analyse reliability data to optimise performance and cost. You’ll support multiple Qantas airlines, obtain MPAE authorisation when eligible, and contribute to improvements and initiatives. Requirements include an engineering degree or recognised aircraft trade license, AMP development experience, CASA Part 42 and Part 145 knowledge, and solid IT skills with TRAX, Boeing MPT, and Airbus AIRNAV. To stand out, tailor your resume to highlight AMP work, regulatory compliance, data analysis, and outcomes; apply by 29 October 2025; onsite Melbourne; enjoy Jetstar’s growth culture and travel perks, and mention accessibility needs if required.

Company Description

We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.

Impressive numbers? What's even more impressive is the team of extraordinary people taking off together day in day out, flight after flight.

Our people are the real jet stars!

Job Description

We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s.  Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often.

Take off with your next opportunity

We’re looking for a Maintenance Programs Engineer who’s not only technically sharp but also brings energy, creativity, and a collaborative mindset. In this role, you’ll be part of a team that develops Approved Maintenance Programs (AMPs) to deliver industry-leading safety, regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and cost-efficiency.

Reporting to the Maintenance Programs Manager, your key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the Approved Maintenance Programs remain 100% compliant with applicable regulations
• Ensuring the Approved Maintenance Programs are implemented and maintained with 100% accuracy into the Maintenance Information System (TRAX)
• Analysing aircraft reliability data and scheduled maintenance findings to ensure optimal effectiveness of the AMP
• Obtaining Maintenance Program Approval Employee (MPAE) authorisation (when eligible) and using this authorisation to review and approve AMP revisions, variations, and concessions
• Providing AMP development services for other Qantas Group Airlines (Jetstar Japan, Express Freighters Australia, and Network Aviation)
• Playing an active role in improving how we work day to day, spotting things that could run more smoothly and helping make real changes that benefit the whole team
• Taking ownership of project work that adds value beyond routine tasks, contributing to strategic initiatives and solving complex problems

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Engineering degree level qualification or be a trained industry engineering professional (Aircraft trade certificate and/or Aircraft Maintenance License holder)
• Experience developing Aircraft Maintenance Programs
• Sound knowledge of CASA regulations, particularly Part 42 and Part 145
• Strong analytical ability using IT platforms (Excel, Word, Access) and understanding of TRAX, Boeing Maintenance Performance Toolbox and Airbus AIRNAV
• High energy, strong organisational skills, and a natural ability to connect with others. You're great at juggling priorities, staying calm under pressure, and keeping the bigger picture in focus to ensure your work drives real value for the team and the business.

Your life at Jetstar is unlike any other

Takeoff professionally: Dip your toes into something new. Stopover in another role. Move up quicker. At Jetstar, you’ve got the opportunities to grow and elevate your career.

Put the craft in aircraft: There’s a new fleet of A321LR NEO’s waiting for your arrival. Beyond Jetstar, our Engineering Team get to exposure to projects related to the Qantas Group’s A320/1, B787 and A321 Freighters.

Live the travel dream: You and your nominated travel companions can takeoff more with our famous Qantas Group Staff Travel discount.

There’s a place for everyone at Jetstar:  For us, travel and meeting new people go hand in hand. We invite our people to get involved in various Employee Network Groups that play an important role in creating our inclusive and supportive culture that we are fiercely proud of.  We believe that teams with a diversity of ideas and experiences are more creative, innovative and solve problems quickly.  We welcome applications from anyone who wants to takeoff with us.  If you have support or access requirements, just reach out and let us know what you need.

We’re Jetstar.  Let’s takeoff together. We can’t wait to hear from you.

Apply by: Wednesday 29th October 2025.