Systems Engineering

Systems Engineering - Defence role at Saab Australia. This opportunity supports growth in the Naval Combat Systems division and involves contributing to complex combat system development to deliver capability to the navy. Saab Australia is seeking expressions of interest from the following roles:

• Support Engineers
• Systems Safety Engineers
• Verification and Validation Engineers
• Systems Engineers

Certain roles will be required to be in Adelaide; others will have the option of being in Adelaide or Melbourne. Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home/office and/or a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

• Contribute to complex combat system development and deliver capability to the navy
• Participate in mandatory design reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR) and working groups
• Manage internal and external stakeholders, including the customer
• Collaborate in a team environment with strong writing and communication skills

Your skills and experience will include:

• A tertiary qualification in a related engineering discipline (e.g. computer science, electrical/electronic, etc) or equivalent experience
• Five plus years of systems engineering (e.g. requirements management, system architecture, systems integration, and/or verification and validation), preferably within an ASDEFCON context
• Working in complex defence industry engineering programmes (desirable)
• Shipbuilding and/or combat systems programs (desirable)
• Conduct and/or participation in mandatory design reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR) and working groups
• Managing internal and external stakeholders, including the customer
• Advanced writing, verbal and listening skills, with the ability to work with others in a team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other tools such as DOORS

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold an AGSVA security clearance.

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, Saab has 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.

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 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 from 1 July 2025
• 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

Click Apply to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. This is an ongoing recruitment process and, in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to 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 that welcomes ex-service members, veterans and their families.

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Security and Investigations, and IT Services and IT Consulting