Role Overview Project Engineering Manager – ATM will support the Air Traffic Management (ATM) programme in the planning and implementation phases of Saab’s Air Traffic Management projects. The role will lead a multi‑disciplinary engineering team to deliver complex ATM system projects using systems engineering processes and principles.

Responsibilities - Develop and maintain the project Systems Engineering Management Plan.

- Manage the resource plan for ATM project engineering resources within budget and planning constraints.
- Ensure all engineering resources have appropriate competence and experience.
- Maintain regular liaison with the customer to manage scope, resource and schedule risks.
- Manage all project technical issues and risks, and control project technical scope with the customer and Project Manager.
- Establish and maintain baselines defined in the SEMP and control configuration in accordance with the ATM Programme Configuration Management Plan.
- Comply with legislation, company policies and relevant procedures, including non‑discrimination, safety, duty of care and the quality management system.

Qualifications and Experience - Degree in engineering or computer science.

- Significant experience applying systems engineering principles in ATM domain projects, particularly in design, implementation and support of ATM systems.




- Proficient knowledge of ATM systems and their integration.
- Awareness and ability to address whole‑of‑capability/system issues, including operational safety, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Human Factors and supportability.
- Knowledge of security in the context of the Australian government’s Information Security Manual (ISM).
- Experience managing complex technical issues within project cost, time and quality constraints.
- Operational or engineering experience in the Air Traffic Management domain is highly desirable.
- Eligible for chartered engineering status and state engineering registration (Queensland or Victoria).

Eligibility

As a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance at baseline level or be able to obtain one.

EEO Statement Saab Australia is an Equal Prospect Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds and from ex‑service members, veterans and their families. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.

📌 Project Engineering Manager - ATM (Melbourne)
🏢 Saab Australia
📍 Melbourne