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Avionics Engineer

Edinburgh, South Australia Job ID BOE-1883491A Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Sep. 23, 2025
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1883491A
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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Avionics Engineer to join Boeing and support the world class airborne surveillance, communications and maritime patrol system; the P-8A Poseidon. You will play a vital role in safeguarding a world class maritime, intelligence, surveillance and response aircraft in the P-8A Poseidon. You will be joining a challenging and dynamic environment, supporting an aircraft platform that defends Australia's interests. In this role you will be part of a team introducing the latest aircraft upgrade programs and providing ongoing sustainment support for the existing fleet. A significant number of advanced capabilities and upgrades are being introduced in the coming years across the platforms, and you will be heavily involved in delivering them.

The role located at RAAF Edinburgh, South Australia.

As an Avionics Design Engineer within BDA, you will:

  • Work with customers to develop and document electrical and avionic system requirements
  • Analyse and translate requirements into system architecture, interface specifications, wiring design and electrical equipment installation design
  • Test and validate designs to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements
  • Provide Engineering support for electrical and avionics systems over the product lifecycle.
  • Work towards gaining Engineering Authority and Delegations on the platforms you will be supporting.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • Hold Tertiary qualifications in either Electrical, Avionics or related tertiary Engineering degree qualification satisfying the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust)
  • Previous experience in aviation engineering activities including design development and engineering investigations relating to aircraft electrical, radar, communications, navigation and electronic warfare subsystem designs
  • Previous experience in developing engineering artefacts within the Defence Aviation Safety Regulation (DASR) environment.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.


What's on offer?

Boeing's success depends on developing and retaining top talent by creating an inclusive work environment where every teammate can perform at their best.

Our teammates are guided by a set of values and behaviours that define how we work together to fulfill the company's mission to protect, connect and explore our world and beyond:

  • Safety & Quality: We prioritise safety and quality at every step, and take responsibility for our important mission.
  • Trust: Become part of a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer priorities.
  • People Focus: Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
  • Ownership: Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
  • Innovation: Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, click on the link and 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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