Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Leadership Roles
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1914477
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Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) are looking for a Software Engineer specializing in Autonomy to join Phantom Works Australia (PW‑A). PW‑A specialises in identifying, analysing and prototyping strategic capabilities that can be transitioned to a BDA business unit within a five‑year timeframe. We are seeking the very best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds to help grow and contribute to our innovative team. This role would contribute to the development and implementation of world leading strategic capabilities in a fast-paced rapid prototyping environment and observe its direct transition into real operational systems.

About the role

• Apply systems thinking to architect and implement interoperable autonomy services within a broader ecosystem, including flight autonomy, mission autonomy, mission systems, devops and operational testing.
• Rapidly prototype mission‑autonomy solutions in Python and/or C++ and iterate based on flight data and emerging technology trends.
• Adapt designs on‑the‑fly to new problem spaces, ensuring solutions remain scalable, safe and compliant with defence standards.
• Lead technical discussions, mentor peers and demonstrate best practice in code quality, testing and documentation.
• Collaborate with aerospace, systems, data and security specialists to integrate autonomy into the air‑vehicle's flight stack.
• Communicate design rationale clearly to senior leadership and external partners, championing a culture of continuous learning.
• Take end-to-end ownership of software developed and deployed onto operational platforms.

Required:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in professional engineering roles (or equivalent combination of technical education and professional experience).
• Tertiary qualification in software engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechatronics, aerospace engineering, or related disciplines.
• Ability to work both as an independent contributor, and as an active collaborator within a cross-disciplinary team.
• Strong software language proficiency (Python, C++ are highly desirable).
• Clear technical communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to understand the application context, and translate real-world constraints to algorithmic solutions and software implementations.
• Natural curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Be an Australian citizen and hold, or have the ability to obtain a minimum NV-1 Australian Defence security clearance.

Desirable:

• Experience in autonomous systems, robotics or related applications.
• Prior involvement in agile, multidisciplinary prototype teams.

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.

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