Principal Avionics Engineer - E-7A Wedgetail

About the role

Boeing Defence Australia is looking for a Principal Avionics Engineer to support the E-7A Wedgetail, its airborne surveillance, communications and battle management system. The role is based in Williamtown, NSW, and leads the development, integration, verification and sustainment of complex electronic and electrical systems, working closely with customers and stakeholders. It is a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with customers and stakeholders to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Lead the translation of requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.
• Lead verification and validation activities to ensure avionics designs meet operational and functional requirements.
• Oversee supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with technical requirements.
• Provide technical support and problem resolution for fielded hardware and software across the full product lifecycle.
• Sustain the E-7A Wedgetail, solve in-service technical issues and identify technology opportunities that improve capability and reliability.
• Research emerging technologies and recommend technology investments and engineering solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams across Williamtown, Amberley, Brisbane and Adelaide, and promote Boeing Defence Australia standards and governance.

Required profile

• Engineering qualification, preferably avionics, electrical, electronics or systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in aerospace or defence engineering environments.
• Experience leading requirements definition, systems architecture, integration, verification and validation.
• Experience supporting fielded hardware and software, including troubleshooting and lifecycle sustainment, highly regarded.
• Experience managing supplier performance and technical compliance is desirable.
• Australian citizenship is required to meet defence security requirements.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of avionics systems, electronic and electrical design and interface management.
• Ability to research emerging technologies and make practical engineering recommendations.

What we offer

• Flexible working options, balanced with business and operational needs; some travel may be required.
• Study assistance and salary packaging.
• Employee Incentive Program and global opportunities.