At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and maintain safety programs for cutting-edge defence systems.
- Company: Join Saab Australia, a leader in defence and security solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 6 weeks leave, 14% superannuation, and free income protection insurance.
- Other info: Flexible work arrangements and a supportive, innovative environment await you.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence technology while growing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in engineering and experience in safety engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Systems Safety Engineer opportunity - Rockingham, WA. Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology. For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries.
The role
Saab Australia is seeking aspiring Combat System Safety Engineer to join our growing teams in WA. This role offers the opportunity to develop your System Safety Engineer skills while supporting the delivery and sustainment of leading-edge defence capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain system safety program plans, processes, and frameworks
- Conduct hazard identification and risk analysis
- Contribute to the development of Safety assessment reports, Safety case documentation
- Perform safety analysis in support of design changes, engineering updates, system problem reports
- Establish and maintain safety requirements, ensuring traceability, verification, and implementation of mitigation controls
- Support broader systems engineering activities and apply engineering governance processes relevant to the safety-critical defence systems
- Contribute to the development and execution of verification and validation (V&V) activities
About You
Your skills and experience will include:
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in safety engineering across complex software-intensive systems
- Strong capability in: Hazard identification and risk assessment, Safety requirements development, Safety architecture and design, Safety verification and validation, and Safety case development
- Working knowledge of contemporary safety engineering standards and best practice, including MIL-STD-882
- Experience working within structured engineering lifecycle environments
Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.
What You Will Be Part Of
Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
Applications
By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration. Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.
Combat System Safety Engineer employer: Saab Australia
Saab Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets purpose in the defence and security sector. With benefits like up to 6 weeks leave, a generous superannuation contribution, and flexible work arrangements, employees are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects that safeguard society. The company fosters a culture of collaboration and growth, providing ample opportunities for professional development and engagement in cutting-edge technology.
