MQ-28 Software Engineer

Boeing; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a Software Engineer to support development and automation of digital test, integration and verification environments for the MQ-28 program. The Brisbane-based role reports to the MQ-28 Digital Model Ecosystem Engineering Manager and requires Australian citizenship and NV1 clearance eligibility.

Applicants should have 2+ years in industry with autonomous systems or related fields, experience with Python and Linux, and familiarity with Agile software development

Qualifications

• 2+ years industry experience in autonomous systems, robotics or related applications.
• Experience with messaging protocols, data exchange, data analysis and simulation tools.
• Familiarity with software test and evaluation.
• Defence software experience desirable.
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and automate digital test, integration and verification environments.
• Iterate faster and deploy new capability to the aircraft.
• Produce clear, technical artefacts (code, documentation and test plans) for cross-functional review.
• Follow security and maintainability best practices.

Skills

Python

Linux

Agile

OO Design

Documentation

Security

Testing

Education

Software Eng / CS / Mechatronics / EE degree

Job description

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.

• 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.

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