Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1899500
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The opportunity

The Boeing MQ28 - Ghost Bat is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years. 

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support the design, and integration of new capabilities for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat. Based in Brisbane, the successful candidate will work in Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) team which is responsible for providing the technical integration and management of changes for the MQ-28 system. 

As an experienced Senior Systems Engineer you will:

• Evaluate customer and /operational needs to define and coordinate system requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.
• Perform various analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture.
• Perform multi-disciplinary trade studies to evaluate configuration alternatives for functional requirements and recommend a preferred configuration to ensure mission success. 

To be considered for the role you will have:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in complex technical development and integration projects (essential)
• Hold Tertiary qualifications in either Aerospace, Avionics, or Mechatronics, that satisfies the requirements for membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust) or equivalent technical experience in a Systems Engineering discipline (essential)
• Experience using 3DExperience, DOORS and MSOSA (desirable)
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (highly regarded)
• Experience with aerospace and / or Defence projects (highly regarded.) 

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements. 

What's on offer?

Boeing values 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. 

Other benefits:

• Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
• Formal reward and recognition program.
• Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Social and community groups. 

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts. 

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

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. 

Please note, this role will be shortlisted in 2026. Your patience is appreciated.