Senior Avionics Engineer

Boeing Defence Australia; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working from home

Compressed work weeks

Part-time opportunities where possible

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia invites applications for a P-8A Avionics Engineer based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, Adelaide. You will contribute engineering judgement, support design, maintenance, and repair of critical weapon systems.

The role requires 7–12 years in avionics, regulatory compliance, and strong stakeholder engagement. Australian citizenship is required; flexible work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace or related) from a nationally accredited program.
• 7–12 years’ experience in avionics systems, aircraft repairs, analysis, or engineering support.
• Experience in a regulated aviation environment (DASR, CASA, FAA, EASA) or similar.
• Proven ability to analyse data, form conclusions and deliver engineering recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support across the full P-8A weapon system including aircraft and training systems.
• Develop and improve data collection, assessment and reporting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Review and contribute to engineering reports and documentation with clear recommendations.
• Provide input into avionics findings and support informed decisions.
• Lead projects from concept through delivery, meeting customer and regulatory expectations.
• Engage with stakeholders, provide updates, briefings, and presentations.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Avionics systems experience

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical/Electronics/Aerospace)

Job description

Join Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) and help shape the future of one of the world’s most advanced maritime patrol capabilities.

In partnership with the ADF and the Commonwealth, BDA delivers aircraft maintenance and upgrades, component maintenance solutions, technical support, mission-critical infrastructure support, and training across some of the most capable surveillance, command, control, and combat platforms in the world.

We are seeking a P-8A Avionics Engineer to join our high-performing P-8A Poseidon team. In this role, you will bring strong engineering judgement, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset to support teams responsible for the design, maintenance, and repair of critical weapon systems for the Australian Defence Force.

This exciting opportunity is based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, Adelaide.

What you’ll do

As an Avionics Engineer, you will:

• Provide engineering support across the full P-8A weapon system, including aircraft, mission support systems, and training systems.
• Drive the development and continuous improvement of procedures for data collection, assessment, and reporting.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with stringent regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Review, approve, and contribute to engineering reports and documentation, translating analysis into clear technical recommendations.
• Provide technical input into avionics system findings and support sound engineering decisions.
• Lead projects from concept through delivery, ensuring outcomes meet customer, stakeholder, regulatory, and schedule expectations.
• Engage confidently with stakeholders, providing updates, briefings, and presentations.
• Help foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace or a related discipline) from a nationally accredited program, or equivalent experience. RPEQ and/or CPEng is desirable.
• 7-12 years’ experience in avionics systems, aircraft repairs, analysis, or engineering support within in-service aircraft operations.
• Experience developing engineering artefacts in a regulated aviation environment, such as DASR, CASA, FAA, EASA, or similar.
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to collect, organise, and interpret data to form sound conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive approach, strong initiative, and a drive to deliver results.

Applicants must be Australian citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

What’s on offer?

At Boeing, we know our people are key to our success. That’s why we’re committed to building an inclusive, supportive workplace where every teammate can do their best work and thrive.

We offer genuine flexibility, including working from home, compressed work weeks, and part-time opportunities where available, helping you achieve the right balance between your career and life outside of work.

You’ll also enjoy:

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects across multiple platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring, training, and on-the-job development.
• A formal reward and recognition program.
• Discounts on health insurance, travel, and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave, and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including annual flu vaccinations and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to social and community groups.

Our values

• Safety & Quality:We prioritise safety and quality at every step and take responsibility for our important mission.
• Trust:Join a team that builds lasting trust through integrity, transparency, and commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus:Experience a supportive culture where collaboration and respect empower us to achieve our shared mission together.
• Ownership:Embrace accountability and take pride in your work as we strive for excellence in delivering outstanding products and services.
• Innovation:Transform challenges into opportunities with your curiosity and creativity as we shape the future of aerospace.

Diversity and inclusion

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