Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Engineering / Technical
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1909170
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The Opportunity  

The Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage to support Defence operational capabilities. 

Boeing Defence Australia is expanding the MQ‑28 “Ghost Bat” programme and seeks a senior software engineer with deep expertise in Link 16 and broader tactical data‑link technologies. You will join a multidisciplinary team responsible for the full software lifecycle of the MQ‑28 mission system, from concept through test and field deployment. 

This role is based in Brisbane and reports into the MQ-28 Missions Systems Software Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Leads the design, development, test, and maintenance of software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Leads reviews, analysis, and translates customer requirements—particularly those related to Link 16—into initial designs and detailed architectures.
• Performs development, maintenance, and optimises software products and functionality for systems integration, including data‑link interfaces.
• Leads development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.
• Leads debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Leads implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development.
• Leads development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
• Collaborate with global Boeing teams, customers and stakeholders to integrate Link 16 capabilities into the MQ‑28 platform. 

Experience and Qualifications

• Strong C++ SW development skills.
• Link 16 expertise (experience with Link 16 implementations, J‑series messages, timing, and security).
• Familiarity with the Link 16 standard MIL‑STD‑6016, which defines the operational, performance, and security requirements for Link 16.
• Experience with mission systems, sensor integration, messaging protocols, and data exchange
• Experience with Link 16 Conformance to Standard  (CTS) testing to achieve Authority to Operate (ATO) is desirable.
• Experience with Open Mission Systems (OMS) development is desirable
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553 serial bus integration is desirable
• Experience with Automated Test Frameworks is desirable.
• 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. 

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.