Principal Powerplant Engineer

• Play a key role in supporting the introduction of Qantas’s new A350 fleet for Project Sunrise— an aviation milestone.
• Be the go-to expert for technical support across Qantas Group engines, driving innovation and reliability.
• Join a permanent Sydney-based role at the heart of Qantas Engineering’s future-focused operations.
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible international candidates

Qantas Engineering keeps us at the forefront of aviation, caring for and maintaining both the Qantas fleet and aircraft for our customers across the Asia-Pacific region. Working with state-of-the-art equipment and resources, our shared commitment to professional excellence continues to keep our customers safe.

Our experience sets us apart. Our team is made up of people who understand our business inside and out, fresh faces with brand new perspectives, and experts from different fields who challenge us to do things differently.

As Principal Power Plant Engineer, you’ll be a key technical expert supporting Qantas Airways and customer operations—now with a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most exciting programs in our history: Project Sunrise. This role will be deeply involved in the entry into service and ongoing support of the Airbus A350 fleet, helping shape the future of ultra-long-haul travel.

You’ll act as a focal point for all technical support related to Qantas Group engine fleets, including the new Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines powering the A350s. Reporting to the Rolls-Royce Engine Fleet Manager, you’ll be part of the Engine Fleet Management Group within Qantas Engineering Technical Services, supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

You’ll be responsible for:  

• Technical reviews, assessments and authorisations to support the ongoing airworthiness management of the specific Qantas Group engine fleet(s).
• The assessment, implementation, and compliance with all mandatory airworthiness directives and regulatory actions for engines.
• Managing engine performance and development of remedial action plans as required. This will entail the use of engine health monitoring tools and data.
• Monitoring of any safety related events and responding with timely mitigating actions.
• Being a focal for technical support and management of a Qantas Group engine fleet for internal and external customers, stakeholders, OEMs, and external MROs.
• Building and sustaining effective relationships with stakeholders to manage and facilitate Qantas Engineering business objectives.
• Supporting the optimisation of through life safety, operation and economics of Qantas Group engine fleet(s) through the application of technical expertise.
• Assisting the engine fleet planning function to develop maintenance cost projections and budgets.
• Mentoring and supporting other members of the Engine Fleet Management team to build resilience, maintain engagement and increase capability.
• Complying with Group Management Systems and Policy

To be considered for this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, preferably Aeronautical or Mechanical, i.e., Bachelor of Engineering as recognised by Engineers Australia
• Demonstrated ability to exercise mature engineering judgment in the discipline of Power Plant Engineering as related to commercial aviation gas turbine jet engines
• Demonstrated ability to collect and analyse data to solve complex problems and provide insight into engineering issues
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain working relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Asset management experience relating to a large commercial aviation fleet (including Entry Into Service and on-going fleet support)
• Mentoring / coaching skills in the discipline of Power Plant Engineering in a commercial aviation environment

Why Qantas? 

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless. 

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel. 

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.  We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.  Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

Applications close: Monday 10th of November 2025