At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU
  
  

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

This position will be based out of our Richmond office with flexible work conditions such as working a 9-day fortnight.

Purpose Of Job

We have multiple opportunities for a Software Engineer to join our team based in Richmond, Victoria. In this role, you will be responsible for completing own engineering activities in accordance with the relevant project procedures and work instructions, and where applicable regulatory requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

• Undertake all assigned Software Engineering activities, including related documentation, in accordance with identified project directives and standards, and commensurate with the lifecycle stage of the project
• Perform software engineering tasks in accordance with the relevant software engineering plans, and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Provide regular status information to relevant supervisors, as required
• Where applicable, provide guidance, mentoring to junior software engineers in their activities
  
  

Key Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in technology, engineering or similar is considered desirable
• Experience in C++, C# is considered desirable
• Experience working with embedded systems and hardware is considered desirable
• Strong understanding of Software Development lifecycle, and experience in at least 2 major lifecycle phases (i.e. requirements analysis, architectural design, coding, integration, acceptance testing), in an acquisition or sustainment context will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated ability to pro-actively identify and implement improvements to Software Engineering practices within the project
• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain NV1
  
  

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.

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