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Senior Systems Engineer

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE/1835158 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Dec. 09, 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/1835158
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The Opportunity

We are seeking talented Senior Systems Engineers to join our Battlespace Communication System (BCS) Program. BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centerpiece 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 deployed in a variety of environments, 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 and their contributions really matter. We work flexibly, with a hybrid in office/ work from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

In this roles you will have the opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering world class capabilities across the full product development lifecycle. Your role will have an evolving set of responsibilities as the project progresses, including:

  • Conducting user needs analysis including developing operational definition documents;
  • Understanding, analysing and championing customer requirements leading to the development of innovative solutions.
  • Developing and managing function and performance specifications.
  • Undertaking system modelling and developing system architectures using digital engineering tools.
  • Working with other design and specialty disciplines (e.g. software, hardware, safety, security and support system engineering) to ensure that your team's products are properly integrated into the solution and delivered in a way that delights the customer.
  • Designing and integrating components, sub-systems and systems.
  • Conducting test and evaluation activities including establishing test strategies, developing test plans, procedures and reports, and executing test and demonstration activities.
  • Verifying and validating designs and products to ensure they meet operational and functional requirements.
  • Development and review of engineering documentation and configuration management of system hardware and software.
  • Supporting program milestone reviews.
  • Providing leadership and mentoring to early-career engineers to help grow the experience of the team and deliver innovative, high-quality products and outcomes.
  • Working with the project team to ensure the engineering scope is delivered within the quality, schedule and budgetary constraints of the project.

Experience/Qualifications

To thrive in this role you will:

  • Have experience in systems engineering within complex defence programs in the land or maritime domain, preferably across the entire systems acquisition lifecycle.
  • Have experience working with or in product development teams, with a focus on communications, networking, software or computing products.
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills that enable you to influence outcomes in a team environment, coach junior engineers, and engage with customer representatives
  • Tertiary degree qualification in an engineering or related technical discipline.
  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

We invite a diverse range of people to apply, including people from outside of the defence industry.

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.

Benefits

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

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.

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

Please note that this role will be shortlisted in January 2025, your patience is appreciated


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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