Senior Test Engineer – Hardware Engineering
2 weeks ago
About the role
Join a team where precision meets performance.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Test Engineer – Hardware Engineering to join our dynamic engineering team.
In this senior role, you will take the lead in developing and managing comprehensive test strategies, overseeing environmental and factory acceptance testing, and ensuring our products meet the highest standards before they reach our clients.
This is more than a testing role — it's an opportunity to take ownership, influence product success, and mentor the next generation of engineering talent.
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
You'll be working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment on mission-critical hardware products that have real-world impact.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop test strategies in collaboration with the Product Delivery/Principal Engineer.
- Manage system requirements to ensure effective validation and verification.
- Estimate, develop, and execute environmental test plans while driving efficiency.
- Capture and document all objective qualification evidence for product release.
- Investigate test failures and collaborate with engineers on remediation.
- Lead or support rectification, replacement, or modification during testing phases.
- Conduct factory acceptance testing on-site and off-site for new hardware products.
- Provide engineering artefacts and support technical/internal/external reviews.
- Drive timely and high-quality delivery of assigned tasks and report progress.
- Build strong working relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders.
About you
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience managing hardware through V&V activities and factory acceptance testing.
- Expertise in writing test plans and documentation that align with customer requirements.
- Hands-on experience testing hardware components using formal methodologies.
- Deep understanding of developmental and production hardware testing best practices.
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a team environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with an innovative mindset.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering (or related field).
- Eligible for membership with a recognised professional engineering body.
- Eligible for registration as a Recognised Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ).
- Eligible to obtain NV1 Defence Security Clearance (must be willing to apply for NV2).
Personal Attributes:
- Customer-focused and quality-driven.
- Adaptable, proactive, and a self-starter.
- Able to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
- Committed to ongoing professional development.
- A team player who lives the company values.
Join Us and help us build the future of high-performance hardware systems.
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
- 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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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
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