Aircraft Sustainment

Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul

Maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services are delivered on the MH-60R Seahawk, UH-60M Black Hawk and Polaris PC-21 fleet directly and through partnerships. A team of highly experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) and apprentices deliver daily operational tasks and deep maintenance inspecting every rivet of ADF aircraft from within purpose built hangars. 

Support extends to a diverse range of aviation professionals including flight instructors, spray painters, aircraft refuellers, life support fitters and specialist aero engineers. 

Logistics support

Logisticians and engineers work with local and international supply chain partners to ensure that parts, tools and materials are quickly supplied to keep Seahawk, Black Hawk & F-35’s flying where ever they are operating in the world. Directly supporting the defence of Australia requires maintaining the highest safety standards backed by a highly-skilled team that focuses on sourcing, procurement, inventory management and compliance. 

Flying and Ground Team Training

Lockheed Martin trains every ADF pilot in their basic flying training at East Sale (VIC) and Pearce (WA) in the Pilatus PC-21. Training also extends to Black Hawks and F-35, the world’s most advanced fighter jet for pilots and maintenance personnel. Using full scale training aids and networked hyper realistic flight simulators allow for realistic training for pilots and ground teams.     

Start your career in aircraft sustainment

If you have a passion for aviation, Lockheed Martin Australia offers trainee and apprenticeship programs where you can directly support the ADF’s most sophisticated aircraft.

Work side by side with experienced aviation professionals and gain real world experience in modern hangar facilities.

Opportunities are based on fleet requirements rather than a time of year. Keep an eye on the Lockheed Martin Australia and Sikorsky Australia careers page for the opportunity to apply.   

Aviation support across Australia

Lockheed Martin's Aircraft Sustainment capability spreads across Australia to train, sustain and provide long term overhaul capability for the ADF. 

Aircraft sustainment locations across Australia

Fulfil your passion for aviation

We offer flexible working schedules, excellent benefits and focus on ongoing learning and career development. We understand and value a healthy life balance both at work and outside work. Explore our open roles and chart a new course with us.