Product Security Engineer (MQ-28) | Brisbane

Product Security Engineer (MQ-28)

Posted on 18-Jun-2026
Application Close Date: 02-Jul-2026
Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1931700
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The Opportunity

Don't just secure the perimeter, shape the platform. We are looking for a Product Security Engineer to join the MQ-28 program at a pivotal moment. This isn't a corporate IT role, this is a Cyber Systems Engineering opportunity. You will move beyond traditional network security to design and implement security architectures across the entire MQ-28 ecosystem, from mission systems hardware and avionics to software and firmware, critical data links, and ground-based control stations.

The Challenge
As part of a high-tempo development program, you won't be securing legacy systems. You will be influencing the design of one of Australia's most advanced autonomous systems from the ground up. You will tackle the complex intersection of security with embedded systems, software, and autonomy, ensuring that the MQ-28 can perform its mission in contested environments.

Your Impact

  • Architectural Influence: Drive "Security by Design" by performing system-level threat modelling to identify and mitigate risks from concept design through operational employment.
  • Systems Engineering Integration: Use MBSE (Cameo) and requirements management tooling (DOORS) to derive and implement rigorous security requirements based on relevant industry compliance frameworks.
  • Full-Spectrum Security: Secure the entire kill-chain, including software, mission computers, data links, and the ground-based supporting ICT infrastructure such as ground control stations, labs and software development environments.
  • Future-Ready Engineering: Leverage AI-driven systems engineering tools to model threat surfaces, map data flows, and trace security requirements against operational mission threads. 

What You Bring

  • The Foundation: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Software, or similar such as Computer Science). Industry recognized information security qualification such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM or similar are highly desirable.
  • The Mindset: A passion for solving complex, multi-disciplinary problems where cyber meets physical autonomy.
  • The Toolkit: Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using industry-standard tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler / MagicDraw, Sparx Enterprise Architect, or IBM DOORs). 

The Environment

  • Location: Brisbane (High-tempo, collaborative on-site environment; 4 days/week in-office to support rapid prototyping and secure development). Occasional travel to RAAF Amberley and RAAF Woomera may also be required.

Ability to obtain a Security Clearance - The preferred applicant will be required to successfully undergo the security clearance vetting process for NEGATIVE VETTING Level 1 (NV1). The preferred applicant MUST be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and MUST have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding Ten years.

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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