At Saab Australia, we design, integrate and sustain advanced defence systems that support Australia's sovereign capability and national security. This role is a Test Engineer focused on validating and assuring the performance of the 9LV Combat Management System in mission‐critical naval environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Define verification strategies, including coverage targets, traceability, test levels, and entry/exit criteria.
* Review system and software requirements to ensure clarity, completeness, and testability.
* Develop a deep technical understanding of systems under test and their operational context.
* Design and develop robust test cases and procedures aligned to VCRM, including boundary and robustness testing, fault injection scenarios, and performance and security validation where applicable.
* Execute and lead formal test events alongside incremental and integration testing activities.
* Generate Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) to demonstrate compliance with system requirements, safety and security cases, and contractual and regulatory standards.
* Identify, log, and manage defects; actively participate in triage activities to assess priority and impact.
* Conduct technical reviews of test artefacts (ATProcs, ATRs, VCRMs).
* Collaborate closely with Systems, Software, Hardware, Integration, ILS, Safety, and Cyber teams to provide early feedback into design and integration phases, reducing downstream risk.
* Support audits, reviews, and independent verification activities.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in Verification & Validation within complex software‐intensive systems.
* Strong background in test planning, test case development, and execution.
* Experience identifying and managing defects within structured engineering processes.
* Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS.
* Ability to think critically and challenge system behaviour and assumptions.
* Solid communication skills, with the ability to engage across multidisciplinary teams.
* A proactive, detail‐oriented approach with a focus on quality, safety, and compliance.
* Operational or trials experience within a naval or maritime environment.
* Exposure to Defence standards, safety cases, or mission/system assurance frameworks.
Essential Requirements
* Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.
* As defence security clearance is required, candidates must meet all national security criteria.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and bonuses.
* Flexible working options, including a 9‐day fortnight.
* 6 weeks paid leave each year.
* 14% superannuation contribution.
* Free income protection insurance.
* Access to Saab shares matching scheme.
* Access to MySaab online store with discounts.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, veterans and their families to apply. Saab is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice.
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