MQ-28 Senior Software Engineer

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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. Location: Brisbane | Category: Engineering / Technical | Position Type: Permanent | Job Reference: BOE/1909170 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

Link16

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 Link16—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 Link16 capabilities into the MQ‑28 platform. Experience and Qualifications

Strong C++ SW development skills. Link16 expertise

(experience with Link16 implementations, J‑series messages, timing, and security). Familiarity with the

Link16 standardMIL‑STD‑6016 , which defines the operational, performance, and security requirements for Link16. 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 offers 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. Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to: race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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