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MQ-28 Digital Systems and Process Engineer

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE-1895115 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Nov. 11, 2025
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Job Description

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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1895115
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The Opportunity

The Boeing MQ-28 - Ghost Bat is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years. MQ-28 is looking for a Digital Systems and Process Engineer to support and enhance the digital thread solutions for the program and to apply process improvements across the value stream. 

As a Digital Systems and Process Engineer you will:

  • Apply industry standard analysis methods and techniques to improve and optimize solutions for complex engineering, manufacturing and product support processes throughout the value stream.
  • Develop and deploy new or revised processes in support of new digital systems, including documentation and training.
  • Support and enhance Modelling and Simulation activities
  • Support the development of system integration strategies and architectures that promote use of common tools and processes
  • Facilitate integration of new technologies and the transition from legacy systems to support business requirements

To be considered for the role you will have:

Essential:

  • Strong understanding of the product lifecycle.
  • Proven aptitude to learn, and ability to proficiently use engineering tools.
  • Genuine interest in working across all program functions — engineering, production, quality, program management and product support.
  • Continuous‑improvement and problem-solving mindset with a focus on optimizing processes and outcomes.

Desirable

  • Strong hands-on experience with a number of engineering tools such as PLM (3DX, Teamcenter), CAD (CATIA, NX), FEM (Ansys, Nastran/Patran), Systems Engineering (MSOSA, DOORS), Other (Matlab, Gitlab, Python).
  • Demonstrated ability to automate tasks through scripting.
  • Demonstrated ability to work across the entire value stream, from concept through delivery.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

  • Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
  • Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
  • Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
  • Formal reward and recognition program.
  • Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
  • Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
  • Salary packaging options available.
  • Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.


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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