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Develops and automates digital test, integration, and verification environments for Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat autonomous aircraft. The role involves Python and Linux software development, object-oriented design, messaging and data exchange, simulation, software testing, and Agile delivery. The engineer creates maintainable code, documentation, and test plans while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. Applicants need at least two years of industry experience, relevant tertiary qualifications, Australian citizenship, and eligibility for an NV1 security clearance.
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:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1948265B
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Software Engineer - MQ-28 Ghost Bat
The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia and the MQ-28 Program is seeking a Software Engineer to support continued development and automation of our digital test, integration and verification environments, enabling us to iterate faster and continuously deploy new capability to the aircraft. The MQ-28 is a first-of-type Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), providing autonomous, uncrewed capabilities for the Australian warfighter.
This role is based in Brisbane and will report into the MQ-28 Digital Model Ecosystem Engineering Manager.
Essential Skills:
Experience and Qualifications
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements and be able to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance as a minimum.
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.
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.
We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
Culture
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.
Benefits
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.
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:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1948265B
Attachments:
No File Attached
Share This:
Software Engineer - MQ-28 Ghost Bat
The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia and the MQ-28 Program is seeking a Software Engineer to support continued development and automation of our digital test, integration and verification environments, enabling us to iterate faster and continuously deploy new capability to the aircraft. The MQ-28 is a first-of-type Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), providing autonomous, uncrewed capabilities for the Australian warfighter.
This role is based in Brisbane and will report into the MQ-28 Digital Model Ecosystem Engineering Manager.
Essential Skills:
- Experience with Object-Oriented Design practices and familiarity with Python.
- Experience with Linux software development environments.
- Ability to respond to high level guidance to create a minimum viable product.
- Knowledge and experience in the application of Agile Software Development principles.
- A passion for problem solving and a willingness to learn within a dynamic environment.
- Practice good software engineering habits. An ability to produce clear, technical and testable artefacts (code, documentation and test plans) for review by cross-functional stakeholders, implement review feedback and follow security and maintainability best practices.
Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years' experience in industry, with experience in autonomous systems, robotics or related applications.
- Experience with messaging protocols, data exchange, data analysis and simulation tools.
- Familiarity with and ability to support software test and evaluation.
- Past experience in software development for Defence software applications is desirable.
- Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics and/or Electrical Engineering.
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements and be able to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance as a minimum.
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.
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.
We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.
Culture
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.
Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Global opportunities
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.
Boeing Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
10 Bridge Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
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