Sponsorship verdict
Posting rules out sponsorship
The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship or security clearance.
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No government sponsor record hereThis employer posted directly and does not match a government sponsor register.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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Can’t check pay against the visa rulesNo salary stated. Australia Skills in Demand (482) visa needs at least A$79,423 a year.
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Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Can’t check pay against the visa rules
- No salary stated. Australia Skills in Demand (482) visa needs at least A$79,423 a year. Source: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L00874/asmade/2026-06-30/text/original/epub/OEBPS/document_1/document_1.html, rules effective 2026-07-01.
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Requirement gap
The posting mentions a security clearance — usually restricted to citizens of that country.
Sponsorship unknown
No register record and no sponsorship wording in the posting. Worth asking the employer before investing significant time.
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About the role
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: AU-Protected (Baseline)
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
We are Northrop Grumman Australia.
As part of one of the world’s largest defence companies, we have been delivering solutions to the Australian Defence Force for over 20 years across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons.
Our bread and butter is Through Life Support for the RAAF’s Fixed Wing aircrafts ensuring they are safe and mission ready. Some of our fleet forms a key airlift capability for the RAAF in support of real-world missions, from disaster relief to regional operations.
We're looking for aviation professionals with strong NDT experience and a commitment to quality and safety. Fixed-wing experience is highly regarded, along with exposure to multiple NDT methods and certifications. Your commitment to safety is absolute.
The profession is rapidly evolving. Digital inspection technologies, advanced imaging systems and increasingly sophisticated maintenance programs are creating opportunities for technicians to expand their technical capability. This role offers the potential opportunity to further develop your technical capability, including progression towards Level 3 NDT qualifications.
In return, we offer a range of industry-leading benefits, professional development and the chance to progress as we grow our business in Australia.
Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a NV1/NV2 AGSVA security clearance.
What we Offer
We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.
• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Purchased annual leave – 2 weeks
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks
• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program
Everyone Matters
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.
We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact the•••••••@au.ngc.com NB Files cannot be sent to this address.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.
We are proud to be WORK180 accredited – check us out here Northrop Grumman Australia | WORK180 Endorsed Employer
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