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Saab

Combat Systems Engineer

Saab

. Contribute to and execute activities supporting requirements analysis, architecture definition and development of subsystems and associated components in preparation for integration, test and trials/evaluation.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Contribute to and execute activities supporting requirements analysis, architecture definition and development of subsystems and associated components in preparation for integration, test and trials/evaluation.
  • Develop, maintain and update system functional and non-functional requirements and design artefacts.
  • Prepare for and support the execution of major program milestones such as design reviews, test readiness and system readiness reviews.
  • Develop, prosecute and support the implementation of approved Engineering Change.
  • Interact with specialty engineering disciplines, such as Safety, Human Factors, Cyber, Topside and ILS.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Up to 2 years’ experience in Systems Engineering activities prior to this role.
  • Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant discipline (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field), and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the defence industry).
  • Fundamental understanding of systems engineering principles and practices.
  • Familiarity of System Engineering in an ASDEFCON context is desirable.
  • Familiarity in using systems engineering software tools (e.g.DOORS, Cameo Systems Modeler, etc.).
  • Integration, Test and Evaluation of CS Products into Naval Platforms or equivalent complex Military Systems having challenging constraints (desirable).
  • Combat System requirements within a maritime context (desirable).
  • Working knowledge in one or more of the C4ISREW or Combat System Warfare Domains (i.e. Anti-Air Warfare, Anti-Submarine Warfare and Anti-Surface Warfare) (desirable).
  • Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to clearly convey technical information verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain a NV1 security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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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Hard Skills & Tools
systems engineeringrequirements analysisarchitecture definitionfunctional requirementsnon-functional requirementsEngineering Change implementationintegrationtest and evaluationC4ISREWcombat system requirements
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsability to work in dynamic environment
Certifications
NV1 security clearance