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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1940881
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The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior System Safety Engineer to join the BCS team. BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centerpiece for multiple projects and campaigns. The BCS combines both developmental and off-the-shelf hardware and software to provide world leading communications capability for ADF personnel. It can be rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs.
Responsibilities:
- Perform Systems Engineering activities to plan, design, develop and verify systems specialising in the System Safety domain.
- Support projects in understanding requirements and design implications pertaining to System Safety and identify potential and realised performance and safety considerations.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Lead specific scopes of work in System Safety engineering for projects.
- Actively promote the benefit of System Safety across the organisation and contribute to the development and growth of these disciplines within BDA.
Experience/Qualifications
Essential:
- Experience in System Safety Engineering or related discipline in a complex project environment.
- Demonstrated experience in the application of safety-related legislation, standards and safety engineering techniques to product design
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills that enable you to influence outcomes in a team environment.
- A continuous improvement mindset.
- Tertiary degree qualification in engineering or related technical discipline.
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Desirable:
- Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environments.
- Preferably RPEQ or CPEng qualified in a relevant discipline or able to gain RPEQ/CPEng certification.
- Experience with Communication Systems.
- Understanding of Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle management.
- Experience in technical problem solving.
- Experience developing and executing against Systems Engineering artifacts including Systems Engineering Management Plans, and Verification and Validation Plans.
- Experience in soliciting, analyzing and communicating customer requirements in a cross-disciplinary technical environment.
We invite a range of people to apply, including people from outside of the defence industry.
About Us
At Boeing, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. As one of Australia's leading prime defence contractors, Boeing Defence Australia supports some of the largest and most complex programs for the customers including the Australian Defence Force to support world- class defence capabilities. Boeing plays an integral role in the region's aerospace and defence industry. We're a leader in advanced manufacturing the development and production of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, communications systems, sustainment, training and services, research and development, and uncrewed systems.
We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.
- Paid Leave Options: Access various paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs.
- Financial Discounts: Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport.
- Financial Benefits: Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation.
- Career Development: Receive both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design promotional pathways.
- Recognition Program: Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme.
How to apply
If you are ready to join an innovative defence industry leader, click Apply Now.
For more information about Boeing Defence Australia including more about our values and behaviours see our new website https://www.boeing.com.au/about-boeing-in-australia/subsidiaries/boeing-defence-australia.
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 the 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.
Skills Required
- Experience in System Safety Engineering or related discipline in a complex project environment
- Demonstrated application of safety-related legislation, standards and safety engineering techniques to product design
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Tertiary degree qualification in engineering or related technical discipline
- Australian Citizenship (to meet defence security requirements)
- Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environments
- RPEQ or CPEng qualification or ability to gain RPEQ/CPEng certification
- Experience with Communication Systems
- Understanding of Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle management
- Experience in technical problem solving
- Experience developing and executing Systems Engineering artifacts including SEMPs and V&V Plans
- Experience soliciting, analyzing and communicating customer requirements in a cross-disciplinary technical environment
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are presented as a standout, with a “best-in-class” 401(k), strong matching formulas, and eligibility beginning early for many roles. Administration through Fidelity and an emphasis on long-term savings signal depth and reliability.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time away is described through a comprehensive policy that integrates PTO with overall compensation and incentives. Multiple forms of paid leave and time off are positioned as part of the core package.
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