Project Engineering Manager- Space Domain

Saab Australia is a fast-paced and dynamic organisation that continues to grow across several core business areas while expanding into emergent domains. As part of this expansion, the Space Domain Group has been established to drive Saab Australia's space-related initiatives and capabilities.

This group promotes and collaborates with Saab entities globally to pursue, develop, and deliver cutting-edge Space capabilities aligned with Saab's global Space strategy. The team engages with both domestic and international governments, agencies, and clients to promote and deliver capabilities across the evolving Space sector.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Project Engineering Manager - Space Domain to lead the technical development, delivery, and growth of Saab's Space capabilities in alignment with organisational and customer needs.

Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment.

This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.

The Project Engineering Manager - Space Domain will play a pivotal role in establishing, leading, and delivering Space-related technical capabilities and projects. This includes driving engineering excellence, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring that agile and rigorous engineering methodologies are applied to achieve successful outcomes.

You will balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical management, engaging directly with customers, internal stakeholders, and global partners to develop innovative and sustainable solutions in the Space domain.

As part of your specific responsibilities, you will:

• Provide technical leadership and management to projects delivering Space-related capabilities.
• Lead the growth and coordination of Saab's Space technical capability and support the capture of new business opportunities.
• Engage with global Saab colleagues, Defence, Government, and industry partners to promote and deliver Space technologies.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure projects meet scope, quality, and schedule commitments.
• Drive system design, verification, validation, and integration activities aligned with customer and legislative requirements.
• Develop and execute engineering strategies that foster innovation, technical excellence, and sustainable growth.
• Contribute to broader Saab Australia initiatives in adjacent technical domains as required.

Your skills and experience will include:

• Significant experience in the delivery of complex, software-intensive systems within Defence, Space, or similarly regulated industries.
• Proven experience in productisation of emerging technologies, with strong understanding of system lifecycle management.
• Deep expertise in systems engineering, particularly within ASDEFCON or equivalent Defence frameworks.
• Strong background in agile technical delivery, balancing innovation with disciplined engineering management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering collaboration, capability growth, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience liaising directly with customers and external partners.
• A strategic mindset, with the ability to navigate complex technical and organisational challenges.

Qualification:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (Bachelor's or Master's degree).
• Professional certification (e.g., CPEng, INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP) is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates self-awareness, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Collaborative and innovative, with the ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams.
• Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and adapts effectively to changing priorities.
• Able to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 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, 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.

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

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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