"Senior Lecturer, Aviation"

• Department of Aviation
• Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level C salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role 

We are seeking an experienced teaching and research academic specialising in Aviation management and technology to join our Department of Aviation within the School of Engineering. 

As the Senior Lecturer, you will conduct research and teaching in aviation and related fields while contributing to professional activities within the Aviation Department. You will play a key role in curriculum development, educational innovation, and outreach, including building and maintaining strong relationships with local schools, industry and professional associations. Your teaching responsibilities will include, delivery and support of academic programs, and the management of associated teaching and learning administration. In research, you will play a key role in advancing knowledge and enhancing the Department's research excellence and impact with an emphasis on industry-relevant or education-focused research that supports the Department’s teaching quality and strategic priorities.

In this role, you will also actively participate in the Department's management and administration, mentor and support students in academic matters, and supervise undergraduate, Master’s and PhD students. You will be expected to participate in activities that foster and build further on existing links with government, business, communities and professions in Australia and internationally.

About You 

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

• Demonstrated track record in aviation education, particularly in airworthiness management, aircraft maintenance and aviation regulation.
• Relevant industry experience in the Aviation sector, such as working with manufacturers, operators, or regulatory bodies, with a proven ability to apply technical expertise to real-world challenges in airworthiness and maintenance management.
• Demonstrated evidence of self-directed research ability and ability.
• Demonstrated ability, or potential, and/or involvement in research through collaborations with other universities, industry and/or government.
• Demonstrated expertise in the designated research discipline, with ability to carry out research projects, both independently and within a broader team is preferred. 
• Ability, or potential, to attract and manage competitive research grants is preferred. 

Qualifications

• PhD in Aviation or an Aviation-related topic in another discipline.

About Swinburne University of Technology 

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.  

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. 

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au 

Applications Close: Sunday, 1 March 2026 at 11:30pm AEDT.

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at DCR@swin.edu.au  or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. 

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