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The Opportunity
Do you want to be part of the team designing, developing, producing and testing the MQ-28 Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)? The Boeing MQ-28 Program is developing a globally-significant force multiplier platform that will deliver a disruptive advantage for future Defence capability.
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is currently looking for capable and driven Network / System Administrators to join the team currently supporting the development and execution of the MQ-28 program's test environment. The role is based in Brisbane/Amberley, with deployment opportunities providing the successful applicant with front-line exposure to the MQ-28 Ghost Bat CCA.
Responsibilities
As an MQ-28 Ground Systems Field Service Representative you will:
- Work as part of the team that build, deploy and support the Ground Control Stations (GCS) and other essential ground-based systems for MQ-28 Cooperative Combat Aircraft (CCA) operations
- Provide direct support to training, ground test and flight operations within the GCS
- Work with engineers, operators, customers and be an integral part of the developmental team
- Assemble, configure, test, operate and disassemble networking equipment in the field
- Develop and mature operational documentation
- Periodically travel to remote test sites to support operations
Experience / Qualifications
As an MQ-28 Ground Systems Field Service Representative within BDA, you will have:
- A background in Information Technology network / system administration, ideally with field experience building and operating networked computer systems such as combat systems, air traffic control and/or simulations with operator in/on the loop
- Experience in Defence ICT infrastructure, ideally with experience in cryptographic devices and military communications equipment
- Familiarity with multiple computer hardware environments as well as the accompanying software/system
- Strong collaboration and problem solving skills
- Minimum NV1 security clearance with the ability to upgrade to NV2
Relocation will be considered for the right applicant.
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.
What's on offer?
Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer 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.
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