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RF Communications Engineer

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE/1828898 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Oct. 31, 2024
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1828898
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The Opportunity

We are looking for a talented RF Communications Engineer to join our Battlespace Communication System (BCS) Program. BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centrepiece for multiple projects and campaigns. The BCS combines both developmental and off the shelf hardware and software to provide world leading communications capability for ADF personnel. It can be rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs.

Our team has a unique culture, which prioritises innovation whilst maintaining a culture of flexibility and fun. We are collaborative, adaptable and outcome-focused. You'll find yourself working in an inclusive team, where people really matter. We work flexibly, with a hybrid in office/ work from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

In this role you will have the opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering world class capabilities across the full product development lifecycle and will see you contributing to the design and development of innovative products where your responsibilities will include:

  • Design and development of radio communications systems.
  • Integration and test of sensors and communications systems in both the lab and the platform.
  • Development of link budgets and link performance analysis.
  • Development of engineering documentation and configuration management of RF system hardware.
  • Communicating and collaborating with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, in a conscientious and inclusive way.

Experience/Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree in electrical/electronic engineering, or communications systems engineering or similar discipline.
  • Experience with radio or wireless bearer systems.
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Desirable Experience (any)

  • HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM or Microwave systems experience.
  • EMI/EMC MIL-STD-461/464 testing.
  • RF COSITE, Antenna Coupling & RADHAZ analysis and test.
  • RF Modelling, simulation and analysis.
  • Tactical radio experience.
  • RF Test equipment.
  • Verification & Validation of RF systems.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. From the seabed to outer space, we have helped shape aerospace and defence innovations in Australia over the past 95 years.

In addition to a competitive salary, our employees benefit from flexible working options, global opportunities, salary packaging, performance incentives, study assistance, wellbeing programs and discounts on health insurance, travel and accommodation.

We're also committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive for every employee, with great opportunities for professional growth.

As an equal opportunity employer, female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply. We are also open to candidates from other industries including mining, communications, ICT and oil and gas.

If you don't meet 100% of the criteria for this role although you have the right foundational experience and qualifications, don't hesitate to apply.

Benefits

  • Cutting edge projects
  • Flexible working options
  • Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available
  • Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
  • Salary packaging options
  • Health and wellbeing benefits
  • Study assistance
  • Global opportunities

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader, 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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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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