Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description

At Boeing Defence Australia, 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 opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location: Brisbane

Category: Engineering / Technical

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1935259

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to work in a dynamic team supporting the Battlespace Communication System (BCS) Program. BCS is a next‑generation networking product that is the centerpiece for multiple projects and campaigns. It 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.

In this role, you will leverage your systems engineering skills to enhance and expand our core products, introducing new capabilities to address the evolving and complex communication needs of our customers.

Our team has a unique culture, which maintains 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

• Design, develop, integrate, and test integrated hardware and software systems.
• Communicate and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a conscientious and inclusive way.
• Contribute to the full‑stack development of innovative communications solutions with a focus on cybersecurity, scalability, and performance.

Essential Experience / Qualifications

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Desirable Experience / Qualifications

• Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environments.
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to analyse issues and develop solutions.
• Programming proficiency across a broad range of technology domains, including: front end web user interfaces, network sockets, protocols and crypto programming, Linux services, FPGA signal processing, micro‑controller firmware, experience with software design for performance, scale and simplicity, experience working in teams and using collaboration tools, ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonuses.
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid model, options for a RDO and WHF 2 days a week.
• Paid leave options to support personal and family needs.
• Financial discounts on health insurance premiums, travel, retail shopping, and nationwide fitness passport.
• Financial benefits including novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation.
• Career development with informal and formal mentorship to accelerate career growth and design promotional pathways.
• Recognition program acknowledging professional achievements through points and payment scheme.

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 welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.