Software Engineer Embedded Systems

Boeing; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Flexible work options

Mentoring and training

Health insurance discounts

Paid study leave

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) to join the MQ-28 program in Brisbane. You will contribute to design, development, integration and test of software and firmware for mission systems.

Based in Brisbane, this permanent role reports to the MQ-28 Mission Systems Hardware and Firmware Manager. The position invites candidates with experience in FPGA, MBSE, MATLAB/Simulink and Defence software standards to deliver reliable solutions.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with Defence software applications and related design standards is highly desirable.
• Experience in using MBSE tools and precise measurement instruments in a lab environment.
• Familiarity with FPGA, VHDL and MATLAB/Simulink for modelling and design.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, test and maintenance of software throughout the lifecycle to industry and safety standards.
• Translate customer requirements into initial software designs and architectures.
• Use MBSE to support architectures, requirements and interfaces for software products.
• Assist debugging and resolution of issues to ensure reliable software products.
• Adapt to new technologies, tools and regulatory changes in software development.

Skills

Mission systems

FPGAs

Matlab/Simulink

C/C++

Oscilloscopes

VHDL

MBSE

Defence software

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering/CS/Mechatronics/Electrical

Tools

MSOSA

Job description

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/1944280B2

OPPORTUNITY

The Boeing MQ‑28 Ghost Bat is a globally‑significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. As we continue to accelerate the development program, and expand the aircraft flight envelope through the test program, we are seeking the very best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds to help grow and contribute to our innovative team.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are looking for a Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) to join the MQ‑28 Program.

As a Software Engineer within the MQ‑28 program you will play an integral role in the day‑do‑day design, development, integration and test of software and firmware into MQ‑28 Mission Systems.

This role is based in Brisbane and reports into the MQ‑28 Mission Systems Hardware and Firmware Manager.

Responsibilities will include:

• Support the design, development, test, and maintenance of software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle in accordance with industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
• Assist with review, analysis and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products
• Leveraging Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to support the development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, models, interfaces and designs for software products
• Support debugging and resolution of identified issues, to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products
• Support implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development

To be successful you will have expertise in some of the below:

• Skills or domain knowledge in Mission systems, message protocols and data exchange
• Strong communication skills and experience working in a collaborative, cross‑functional team
• Past experience using precise measuring instruments (e.g. Oscilloscopes) in a lab environment
• Past experience working with Field‑Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
• Past experience utilizing MATLAB Simulink for complex logic modelling
• Past experience in Software development in Defence software applications, particularly conforming to Defence and Airworthiness Design Standards, is highly desirable
• Past experience debugging Hardware Description Languages (e.g. VHDL) is highly desirable
• Past experience utilizing Model‑Based Systems Engineering tools, such as MSOSA, is highly desirable
• Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics and/or Electrical Engineering.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of Australian aerospace by delivering some of the nation's most important capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. BDA currently employs more than 3,000 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

What's on offer?

We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behaviour and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself. This will see you thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focused on your personal development through formal and informal learning.

We value 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. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.

Other Benefits

• Work on cutting edge projects;
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus;
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning;
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation;
• Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation's Cultural Leave;
• Salary packaging options available;
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program;
• Join social and community groups; and
• We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.

Boeing Defence Australia works with strong links to our global Boeing community and encourage collaboration with our USA and international counterparts. Boeing aims to build and strengthen meaningful relationships with individuals, communities and suppliers to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with the support of our Reconciliation Action Plan.

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.