Combat Systems Engineer

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. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance
  

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The opportunity

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 role

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.

About you

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 and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.

Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

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.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.
  

Applications

• To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
• 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.

About Us

At Saab, you'll be empowered to make a real difference. Join colleagues worldwide who share one purpose – keeping people and society safe through innovative defence and security solutions. What makes that difference possible? You.

We're a global leader in air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics, with approximately 28,000 employees across all continents. Our transformative approach combines deep expertise with continuous innovation – investing one-fifth of our earnings in research and development to solve tomorrow's challenges today. But technology alone doesn't create safety. Your perspective, your skills, your contribution – that's what transforms possibility into reality.

Here, diversity strengthens everything we do. You'll find unlimited opportunities to advance your career whilst maintaining balance in your life beyond work. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can fully focus on what matters. Saab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer – all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.