MQ 28 Software Engineer Embedded Systems (Brisbane)

Brisbane, Queensland Job ID BOE-1927614B2 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date May 27, 2026 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/1927614B2 Attachments: No File Attached Share This: 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. MQ-28 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. The Opportunity As a Software Engineer within the MQ-28 program you will play an integral role in the day-to-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 standard
- s Assist with review, analysis and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software product
- s Leveraging Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to support the development, documentation and maintenance of architecture, requirements, algorithms, models, interfaces and designs for software product
- s Support debugging and resolution of identified issues, to ensure reliability and efficiency of software product
- s Support implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software developmen
- t To be successful you will have expertise in some of the following: Skills or domain knowledge in Mission systems, message protocols and data exchang
- e Strong communication skills and experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional tea
- m Past experience using precise measuring instruments (e.g. Oscilloscopes) in a lab environmen
- t Past experience working with Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs
- ) Past experience utilizing MATLAB Simulink for complex logic modellin
- g Past experience in Software development in Defence software applications, particularly conforming to Defence and Airworthiness Design Standards, is highly desirabl
- e Past experience debugging Hardware Description Languages (e.g. VHDL) is highly desirabl
- e Past experience utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering tools, such as MSOSA, is highly desirabl
- e Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics and/or Electrical Engineering. Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements. 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; an
- d 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 people with the support of our Reconciliation Action Plan. If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please 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. Your Perks 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.
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