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Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE/1850261A Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Apr. 04, 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:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1850261A
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The Opportunity

We are looking for Software Engineers to support the 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 rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs.

We have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future work. This role will see you applying your software skills to either our core product for Army, upgrading the capability to integrate with related maritime communications projects, or modernization of the joint air battlespace management system.

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 really matter. We work flexibly, with a hybrid in office/ work from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of robust networking and communications software with a focus on cyber security, scalability and performance.
  • Design, development, integration and test of integrated hardware and software systems.
  • Write code to solve complex problems
  • Review pull requests, and provide constructive feedback
  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • The ability to communicate and collaborate with a diverse team, in a conscientious and inclusive way.

Experience/Qualifications

Essential:

  • 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.

Desirable:

  • A tertiary qualification in engineering or related technical field
  • Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environments
  • Backend or frontend software language and open-source package knowledge (Python, Javascript, C programming, and UI design) are highly desirable.
  • Experience in building secure applications in a Linux environment
  • Can take part in all aspects of the software development lifecycle with an agile mindset.
  • IP networking protocols and implementation of network security

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.


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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