At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to enhance naval combat systems and tackle engineering challenges.
- Company: Saab Australia, a leader in defence and security solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks paid leave, flexible work options, and competitive superannuation.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for career growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national security while growing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in engineering and experience in systems engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Saab Australia is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration – Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT). The CSI-IPT forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA4000 Phase 6 and other related Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) upgrades) and the Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs - SEA5000 Phase 1).
The DDG Combat Systems Engineer supports the delivery of systems engineering activities for Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) upgrade packages on Royal Australian Navy platforms. You will be a part of a specialised domain team which will be responsible for the development of Engineering Change Proposals for assigned system.
Further, the successful candidate will:
- Undertake allocated systems engineering tasks relating to requirements analysis, functional analysis, architecture development and system design activities.
- Contribute to physical integration of the Combat System through maturation of the design and compartment layouts and human engineering activities.
- Support the development of Engineering Change Proposals and design modifications for assigned system changes.
- Support review and development of Production Products, for example drawings, cable schedules, installation instructions.
- Support the triage, assignment and resolution of production issues, deviation, nonconformances and defect resolutions.
- Support technical discussions/actions with the customer and partner organisations.
- Interact with the Systems Engineering Integration Team and Transverse Engineering disciplines.
Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home/office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role. Interstate travel to other CSI-IPT and customer offices may be required.
Your skills and experience will include:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering etc.) from a recognised institution, and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the defence industry).
- Practitioner level experience in the fields of Systems Engineering (i.e. Requirements Management, System Architecture, Systems Integration, and/or Verification and Validation).
- Meaningful experience with a particular domain of Maritime Combat Systems.
- Significant experience with balancing complex engineering trade space – using formal analysis methods – to achieve viable solutions in the System-of-Systems integration context.
- Past exposure in the Integration, Test and Evaluation of CS Products into Naval Platforms or equivalent complex Military Systems having challenging constraints.
- Eligibility to hold both an Australian NV-1 security clearance and access/handle ITAR/EAR controlled technology, data and information.
- Applicants must be Australian citizens.
- Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.
We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience. By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.
As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:
- 6 weeks paid leave each year
- 14% superannuation
- Free Income Protection Insurance
- Flexible working options
- Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
- Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.
Combat Systems Engineer in Adelaide employer: Saab AB
Saab Australia is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, the company provides generous benefits such as up to 6 weeks leave and a 14% employer superannuation contribution, alongside flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow their careers through meaningful projects in the defence and security sectors, making a real impact while being part of a global team dedicated to safety and technological advancement.
