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Junior Systems Engineer - Wakulda

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE-1928798 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Jun. 03, 2026
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Job Description

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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1928798
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This junior systems engineer role is part of a multidisciplinary team, providing an opportunity to enhance your systems engineering expertise and leadership skills. You will contribute to the Wakulda Program by managing complex tasks, from the initial proposal and design phases through to the integration of changes into the platform.

Skills & Experience 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Develops and documents requirements via drawings, data sets, reports, specifications and supporting data
  • Develops designs based on defined requirements.
  • Tests and validates designs to meet operational and functional requirements
  • Develops and progresses change management artefacts
  • Acts as a stakeholder interface to ensure that engineering and technical requirements are adequately understood and communicating engineering status on project deliverables.
  • Manages design through the system engineering reviews and business gate process.
  • Works with the project team to ensure the engineering scope is Developed, Verified and Delivered within the quality, schedule and budgetary constraints of the project
  • Works with the project team to identify, mitigate and manage technical and project risks associated with capability delivery

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate:

  • Approx 2 years' experience in complex technical development and integration projects.
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle management, including Mandated System Reviews
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to engage, influence and negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and customers.
  • Experience developing and executing against Systems Engineering artefacts including Systems Engineering Management Plan and Verification and Validation Plan
  • Experience with Change Management processes and progressing change management artefacts
  • Experience in technical problem solving
  • Experience with aerospace and / or defence projects and have NV1 Clearance
  • Experience in supporting projects in an ASDEFCON contract environment highly regarded

About the company 

At Boeing, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. As one of Australia's leading prime defence contractors, Boeing Defence Australia supports some of the largest and most complex programs for the customers including the Australian Defence Force to support world- class defence capabilities. Boeing plays an integral role in the region's aerospace and defence industry. We're a leader in advanced manufacturing for commercial airplane components, the development and production of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, communications systems, sustainment, training and services, research and development, and uncrewed systems. 

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of multiple air, land and sea platforms which is delivering critical capability for the Australian Defence Force. As part of this capability growth, Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the delivery additional capability to the Wakulda Program.

Benefits 

Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.  

Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a hybrid work model, with options for an RDO and WHF 2 days a week.  

Paid Leave Options: Access various paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs. 

Financial Discounts: Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport. 

Financial Benefits: Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation. 

Career Development: Receive both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design promotional pathways. 

Recognition Program: Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme. 

This position can be based in Brisbane or Williamtown.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements

We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.  

How to apply

If you are ready to join an innovative defence industry leader, click Apply Now.  

For more information about Boeing Defence Australia including more about our values and behaviours see our new website https://www.boeing.com.au/about-boeing-in-australia/subsidiaries/boeing-defence-australia


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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