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 team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the Battlespace Communication System (BCS) Program as we plan for future work. This role will see you applying your engineering and collaboration skills to either our core product, upgrading the capability to integrate with related maritime communications projects, or modernization of the joint air battlespace management system. We encourage innovative thinkers and problem solvers who are passionate about creating and enhancing cutting edge technologies, across the entire product lifecycle, to apply and join our dynamic team.

BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centrepiece for multiple projects and campaigns. The BCS combines both developmental and off-the-shelf hardware and software to provide world leading communications capability for users. It can be rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs. 

In this role, you will leverage next generation technology, to support the warfighter in the rapidly evolving threat environment.

This position is primarily based in Brisbane CBD, though with some work expected at our test and production facility in Wacol.

 Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and integration of mechanical design product elements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team including electronic, software, and systems engineers.
• Oversee the procurement of hardware prototypes and production builds, though collaboration with colleagues and suppliers.
• Delegate tasking to junior engineers, and support them through design and delivery of artefacts.
• Conduct technical reviews of design and documentation.
• Conduct and report on informal and formal test activities in alignment with stakeholder schedules and requirements.
• Develop engineering documentation and manage configuration of system hardware.
• Oversee the creation of test procedures and collaborate with Environmental test chamber operators as needed.
• Utilize design modeling and simulation using 3D CAD, FEA, and CFD tools.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, customers, and supplier stakeholders to successfully deliver innovative products and solutions to the Australian Defence Force.

Experience/Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven experience leading mechanical design projects and using 3D CAD, FEA, and CFD tools to design products.
• Experience taking designs from the concept development and prototype phases into manufacturing and production.
• Qualifications in Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with practical, hands-on experience.
• Development and documentation of verification and validation plans, procedures, and test reports.
• Demonstrated experience using Product Lifecycle Management / Configuration Management tools and artifact workflow processes.
• Familiarity with verification and validation systems engineering processes.
• Registered as (or eligible to be registered as) a professional engineer in Queensland (RPEQ).
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Desirable:

• Experience conducting complex mechanical design and analysis using software packages including AutoCAD Inventor, Catia V5, and FEA tools.
• Knowledge of the DEF(AUST)5681 and MIL-STD-810 verification methods or equivalent.
• Practical experience working in an agile hardware development and manufacturing environment.

Culture and Benefits

Our team has a unique culture, which prioritizes innovation while maintaining a culture of flexibility and fun. We are collaborative, adaptable, and outcome-focused. You'll find yourself working in a multi-disciplinary team, where people really matter. We work flexibly, with a hybrid in-office/work from home arrangement. Further benefits include, but are not limited to:

• We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
• We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.
• We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
• As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.