Overview
Saab Australia is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration – Integrated Project Team (CSI‐IPT) Collaboration Agreement (CSI‐IPT CCA). The CSI‐IPT CCA forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA4000 Phase 6 and related Destroyer Capability Enhancement upgrades) and Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs – SEA5000 Phase 1). The CSI‐IPT will be built up with personnel from three industry participants and the Commonwealth of Australia (CoA) to form a team that works across multiple programmes to leverage synergies between platforms.
The role
The DDG Support Systems Engineer operates as part of the DDG Support System Team. Their primary responsibility is the development of the guided‐missile destroyer (DDG) Combat System Support System (CS SS) requirements baseline. Other responsibilities include interface specification, architecture development, design and integration coordination activities, and contributing to the DDG CS SS Verification programme. The team collaborates with the Commonwealth of Australia and the DDG engineering and logistics team to support upgrades under the Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) programme.
Responsibilities
* Conduct activities for land‐based facilities, including:
o Functional and non‐functional requirement development from stakeholder needs.
o Interface analysis and definition.
o Functional and physical architecture definition.
o Verification statements and proposal of test phases.
o Assistance with integration strategies and plans.
* Develop, deliver and maintain relevant CDRLs.
* Develop, maintain and update non‐CDRL artefacts.
* Prepare for and support mandated system reviews for the Support System.
* Participate in and run internal and external working groups and technical reviews.
* Provide advice and guidance to stakeholders across the programme regarding Support System scope.
* Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home/office and a 9‐day fortnight will be considered.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant discipline and/or relevant defence sector experience.
* At least 5 years as a systems engineer, preferably in defence projects.
* Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle, methods, tools and techniques.
* Experience working in a multi‐disciplinary engineering project environment.
* Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partnering organisations.
* Experience with documented development methodologies on complex systems.
* Desirable: design and development of military systems, including use of GFX and COTS components.
* Desirable: experience with combat system requirements in a maritime context.
* Excellent verbal and written skills, including report and technical writing.
* Strong conceptual and analytical skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to adapt and maintain a flexible approach to changing needs or priorities.
* Friendly and approachable demeanor.
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian citizens and ideally hold (or have the ability to obtain) NV 1 security clearance. Information about nationality and citizenship may be requested to verify eligibility for access to materials controlled under export control regimes, including ITAR.
Benefits
* 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 – an online store offering cashback and discounts from exclusive partners.
EEO Statement
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, as well as those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex‐service members, veterans and their families.
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