Specialist Engineering Lead
Construction, Engineering & Trades · Systems Engineering
In short
Saab Australia is hiring a Specialty Engineering Lead for Land Capability. This role provides subject matter expertise in Safety, Security, Integrated Logistics Support, Configuration & Data Management, and Modelling & Analysis. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, resolve technical issues, manage risks, and ensure compliance with standards. Requires 8+ years in systems engineering, particularly in complex and software-intensive systems.
Responsibilities
- Provide subject matter expertise for maintaining and growing Safety, Security, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Configuration & Data Management, and Modelling & Analysis capabilities.
- Lead complex technical investigations and develop engineering solutions.
- Provide specialist advice and support design reviews, test activities, quality assurance, and working groups.
- Lead multidisciplinary and specialty engineering teams to resolve technical issues and manage risks.
- Ensure engineering outcomes comply with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and project objectives.
- Identify and plan Specialty Engineering tasks to ensure adequate scoping.
- Deliver Specialty Engineering activities in accordance with approved plans.
- Provide Specialty Engineering advice and services to support project and business activities.
- Monitor and report on Specialty Engineering tasks.
- Estimate Specialty Engineering activities.
- Ensure engineering delivery quality assurance.
- Participate or coordinate in working groups.
- Participate in Product and Project/Program MSRs and Product IPRs.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to foster talent development, team cohesion, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in systems engineering.
- Significant experience in complex systems and software-intensive systems.
- Relevant professional certifications in systems engineering or related fields.
- Proficient understanding of systems engineering principles and practices in complex systems and their integration.
- Proficient understanding of System Engineering in an ASDEFCON context.
- Proficiency in using advanced systems engineering software tools and simulation environments.
- Proven ability to mentor engineering teams.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Continuous learning mindset with a willingness to adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
- Demonstrate self-awareness and commitment to personal development, leading by example.
- Utilise a collaborative, accountable, and innovative approach to deliver results.
- Stay relevant in their expertise, adapting proactively to changing needs.
- Australian Defence Security Clearance – NV1 is required.
- Ability to access and work with ITAR-controlled information.
Benefits
- Generous salary.
- Range of outstanding benefits.
- Inclusive working environment.
- 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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Company
Saab
Job Posted
2 weeks ago
Expires
in 1 week
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Melbourne, Australia
Adelaide, Australia
Brisbane, Australia
Canberra, Australia
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