P-8A Avionics Engineer

About the Position

Bring your ideas to life 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.

Responsibilities

As an Avionics Engineer within Boeing Defence Australia (BDA), you will:

• Contribute to engineering support across the full P-8A weapon system, including aircraft, mission support systems, and training systems.
• Provide specialist input into avionics system findings and support sound engineering decisions.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to engineering reports and documentation, translating analysis into clear technical recommendations.
• Participate in design projects from concept through delivery, ensuring outcomes meet customer, stakeholder, regulatory, and schedule expectations.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of procedures for data collection, assessment, and reporting.
• Engage confidently with stakeholders, providing updates, briefings, and presentations.
• Help foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, or a related discipline) from a nationally accredited program, or equivalent experience. RPEQ and/or CPEng is desirable.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in avionics systems, aircraft repairs, analysis, or engineering support within in-service aircraft operations.
• Experience developing engineering artefacts in a regulated aviation environment, such as DASR, CASA, FAA, EASA, or similar.
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to collect, organise, and interpret data to form sound conclusions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive approach, strong initiative, and a drive to deliver results.

Applicants must be Australian citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

We Offer

At Boeing, we know our people are key to our success. That's why we're committed to building an inclusive, supportive workplace where every teammate can do their best work and thrive.

We offer genuine flexibility, including working from home, compressed work weeks, and part-time opportunities where available, helping you achieve the right balance between your career and life outside of work.

You'll also enjoy:

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects across multiple platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring, training, and on-the-job development.
• A formal reward and recognition program.
• Discounts on health insurance, travel, and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave, and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options.
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including annual flu vaccinations and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to social and community groups.

About the Company

Boeing is 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 are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and make a meaningful contribution to a mission-critical program, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and register your interest in joining Boeing.