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Senior Avionics Engineer

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE/1827752BRI Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Oct. 25, 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/1827752BRI
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The opportunity

We are seeking a talented Senior Electrical Engineer - Avionicsto support a world class airborne surveillance, communications and battle management system, the E-7A Wedgetail. Working in the Sustainment team you will be responsible for emerging customer needs The role can be based in Brisbane, Williamtown, Amberley or Adelaide.

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

  • Development of diverse engineering solutions for integrated avionics, COTS equipment and custom electrical power, simulation and control systems.
  • Installation of system hardware infrastructure and associated connectivity.
  • Development of engineering documentation and configuration management of system hardware infrastructure.
  • Work with the project team to ensure the engineering scope is delivered within the quality, schedule and budgetary constraints of the project
  • The ability to communicate and collaborate with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, in a conscientious and inclusive way.

Experience/Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
  • Qualifications in engineering or equivalent technical experience in an electrical/electronic discipline. (RPEQ &/or CPEng desirable).
  • Familiarity with engineering change processes.
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence NV1 security requirements.
  • Experience with Electrical System Design and compliance to Australian standards.
  • Experience in Aircraft power distribution design.
  • Experience in writing technical reports and developing documentation related to electrical systems.
  • Experience in the development of work instructions and test procedures for the periodic testing for electrical safety of electrical systems.
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ, Electrical) in Electrical Engineering, or eligibility to obtain.

Desirable

  • Experience with the E-7A wedgetail Platform.
  • Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environment.
  • Experience in Electrical System Design and Development through to Production, and compliance with Australian and Defence standards.
  • Experience in Electronic system design, including schematic capture.
  • Knowledge of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) considerations with respect to electrical/electronic design (e.g., wire harness design, grounding and shielding design techniques, lightning protection)
  • Experience in development of production drawings and materials for the production of Cable & Wire Harnesses.
  • Experience in the design of AC-DC and DC-AC power systems and electronic circuits.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

You may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) to commence in this position. Please refer to the Department of Defence website to understand your personal obligations.

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. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

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 core 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.

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

BDA encourages women and people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent to be part of a safe and diverse organisation.

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Study assistance
  • Salary packaging
  • Employee Incentive Program
  • Global opportunities

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader, clickApply 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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