Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia provides fixed-wing border surveillance services under contract to the Australian Border Force. This is the world’s largest outsourced civil maritime surveillance operation, patrolling Australia’s 8.2 million square kilometre Exclusive Economic Zone, operating 10 Bombardier Dash 8 aircraft from our bases in Cairns, Darwin, and Broome.

Working in a highly dynamic environment, our passionate, mission focused team are made up of people from diverse industry backgrounds. As a Captain with the Surveillance team, you will provide essential leadership and support to your entire crew, working diligently, quickly, and professionally, to ensure that each mission is a success.

You will command a highly modified regional turboprop airliner, with the most advanced technology ever to be integrated into a civil surveillance platform and work with a highly skilled team.  

This vital role attracts a generous remuneration package and will provide fantastic job satisfaction. 

What we need (Essential): 

• Australian citizen and current passport
• CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical
• Australian ATPL(A) and Instrument Rating
• At least 2000 hours total flying experience
• At least 500 hours pilot in command fixed wing
• At least 500 hours multi-engine turbine experience
• At least 100 hours multi-crew flying in command
• Instructor qualifications will be well regarded 
• Eligibility for both an Aviation Security Identity Card (ASIC) and an Australian Government Security Clearance (AGSVA Baseline)

Why work with us?

• A sense of purpose in your work, every mission matters to us
• Excellent job satisfaction with sense of pride in your work
• Our team is our greatest asset - we connect, protect and save lives
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Market competitive remuneration
• A friendly and supportive team environment