Warfare Systems Engineering Support Manager

Warfare Systems Engineering Support Manager page is loadedWarfare Systems Engineering Support Manager Apply locations Rockingham - 44b Tesla Road time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: August 4, 2025 (2 days left to apply) job requisition id REQ_35841About the role Join Saab Australia as a Warfare Systems Engineering Support Manager Join a mission-driven team delivering sovereign naval combat support—where your leadership ensures our fleet stands ready and secure.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Warfare Systems Engineering Support Manager to lead our Warfare Systems Support function, ensuring mission-ready Combat Systems.
In this strategic leadership role, you will ensure the operational availability and combat readiness, supporting national maritime defence capabilities today and into the future.
We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we're diverse, global, resilient, adaptable and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.
This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.
The opportunity As the Warfare Systems Engineering Support Manager , you will lead a high-performing, cross-functional team responsible for sustaining complex warfare systems.
Working collaboratively across our Combat Systems Integration team, our customer, and stakeholders, you will ensure combat system readiness through effective engineering change management, technical oversight, and system lifecycle support.
Key responsibilities: Systems Engineering & Technical Delivery Oversee sustainment of complex systems, including our Combat Management System, sensors and effectors.
Lead the helpdesk response function and coordinate planned/unplanned maintenance, upgrades, and obsolescence management.
Define, review and deliver engineering change packages and scopes of work aligned with technical and operational requirements.
Ensure all documentation, plans and deliverables meet Navy Technical Regulatory Framework (NTRF) standards.
Drive resolution of in-service engineering issues through thorough investigation and stakeholder collaboration.
Leadership & Team Development Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technical officers, and ILS professionals to achieve performance targets.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Provide mentorship, clear direction, and performance management aligned with company values and Defence expectations.
Project, Financial & Stakeholder Management Deliver projects within scope, budget, and schedule while optimising cost of ownership for the customer.
Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to organisational change management plans and long-term support strategies About you You're a Defence-minded leader with deep technical knowledge of naval warfare systems and a track record of successfully delivering in-service engineering support in complex environments.
Essential Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in combat systems engineering Project/program management in a Defence engineering organisation.
Demonstrated leadership in multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams.
Proficient in systems engineering, integrated logistics support (ILS), and sustainment processes.
Familiar with RAN Technical Support Network.
Core Capabilities: Strategic Leadership: Inspire and manage distributed teams to achieve technical and performance targets.
Customer-Focused Delivery : Balance Navy needs, budget constraints, and regulatory compliance.
Change & Crisis Management: Develop change scopes, implement solutions swiftly during unplanned events.
Continuous Improvement: Embed a learn-and-adapt culture in sustainment operations.
Communication Excellence : Relay technical insights to senior internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Engineering (preferably Systems, Electronics, or Naval).
Postgraduate qualifications in project or systems engineering (desirable).
Eligibility to hold Engineering Level 3 SQEP Delegation.
Join Us and Lead Australia's Naval Combat Systems Sustainment into the Future.
As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.
About us Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems.
For over 30 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.
From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.
Culture and benefits 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 13.5% Superannuation Free Income Protection Insurance Flexible working options Access to the Saab shares matching scheme Access to My Saab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: Applications Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application.
Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement.
We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
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 and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families About Us At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible.
We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.
Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics.
We number approximately 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents.
Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career.
We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.
Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status.
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