MQ-28 DevOps Engineer | Brisbane

MQ-28 DevOps Engineer

Posted on 23-Feb-2026
Application Close Date: 09-Mar-2026
Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1910367
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The Opportunity

Do you want to be part of the team that is at the forefront of designing, developing, producing and testing the MQ-28 Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)?

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is currently looking for experienced DevSecOps engineers to flex their skills automating and sustaining secure software development infrastructure.

As a key member of our Engineering Team, you will be joining an existing secure networks specialist team that supports the implementation of a secure software development environment to support the MQ-28 Program.

Your role will involve assisting with the build, implementation and sustainment of industry-standard DevSecOps tools and integrations on an existing secure network supporting MQ-28. 

Essential Criteria 

  • Proven experience planning and implementing secure Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate software delivery processes based on software development lifecycle policies and Program requirements.
  • Experience supporting secure Software Development Environments (SDEs). This includes:
    • Planning, communicating and implementing scheduled maintenance and updates.
    • Troubleshooting issues.
    • Optimising application performance.
    • Optimising system resource allocation.
    • Maintaining SDE task backlog in Jira.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with the following tools/Operating Systems:Experience supporting DevOps tool chains in compliance with mandated security governance requirements (i.e. ISM).
    • Kubernetes and Docker - installation, configuration, maintenance and optimization.
    • GitLab - CI/CD development, implementation and through life support.
    • Developer VM's - configuration oversight of Windows, Ubuntu, and Redhat Operating Systems
    • Configuration management - implementation and maintenance of Ansible playbooks.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce and maintain clear and concise documentation (e.g. ‘as built', configuration, system change and process documents).

Other specific criteria

  • Systematic and logical problem-solving skills.
  • Previous experience in a defence or government environment is highly desirable.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified System Administrator, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) are a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • The ability to undertake occasional ad-hoc tasks outside of core business hours (e.g. system upgrades).
  • Have an Australian driver's license
  • This role is based in Brisbane and requires a NV2 security clearance. Some inter-state travel may be required to Boeing sites within Australia including Amberley and Woomera.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. 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

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Study assistance
  • Salary packaging
  • Employee Incentive Program
  • Global opportunities

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel 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. 

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