RF Communications Systems Engineer

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Location:

Brisbane

Category:

Engineering / Technical

Position Type:

Permanent

Job Reference:

BOE/1935256B

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The opportunity

The Boeing MQ28 - Ghost Bat - is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer to support the design, development integration and test of new capabilities within the MQ-28 Ghost Bat.

As an Electrical Systems Engineer you will apply your extensive experience to a broad range of activities being undertaken by the Mission System Hardware team to enhance the MQ-28 platform.

The role is based in Brisbane.

As an Electrical Systems Engineer you will:

Design and develop electrical systems and components for the Mission System.

Conduct system-level analysis and simulations to validate design performance.

Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to integrate electrical systems into the platform.

Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical system issues.

Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, test plans, and reports.

Support testing and validation of electrical systems in laboratory and flight environments.

Stay current with industry trends and advancements in electrical engineering.

To be considered for the role you will have:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in complex technical development and integration projects

Hold Tertiary qualifications in either Aerospace, Avionics, or Mechatronics, that satisfies the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust) or equivalent technical experience in a Systems Engineering discipline.

Experience with hardware design (e.g. EMI and Environmental) standards (desirable).

Experience with communications and RF systems (highly regarded)

Familiarity in electrical design tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, PSpice).

Experience with aircraft avionics and UAV systems (desirable).

Familiarity with engineering change processes.

Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (highly regarded)

Experience with Autonomous Systems projects (highly regarded)

Experience with aerospace and / or Defence projects (highly regarded).

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

You may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) in order to perform this role. This is not a requirement set or determined by Boeing but by the Department of Defence under laws issued in 2024. Please refer to the Department of Defencewebsite to understand these requirements.

What's on offer?

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.

Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.

Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.

Formal reward and recognition program.

Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.

Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.

Salary packaging options available.

Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.

Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

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

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.

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.