About the role

Shape the Future of Australia's Defence Capability! Saab Australia is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with strong Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) expertise to lead the design, development and integration of complex defence systems. Working across the full systems engineering lifecycle, you’ll drive requirements management, system architecture, integration, verification and validation while mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.). This is an opportunity to influence system architecture, lead engineering teams, and deliver integrated capabilities from concept through to verification and support. As a Senior Systems Engineer You will lead technical decision-making, support engineering governance, and champion best practice systems engineering methodologies throughout project delivery. This position offers the opportunity to influence technical direction, manage engineering change, and collaborate closely with Defence stakeholders to ensure the continued operational effectiveness of one of Australia's most important defence capabilities. Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment. This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight

The Opportunity

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across the full systems engineering lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), requirements engineering, system architecture, and integration. Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will ensure technical solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned with customer and operational requirements. You will work across the full systems engineering lifecycle, supporting requirements analysis, architecture development, integration, verification and validation activities while engaging with customers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the application of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, developing system models, architectures and ensuring end-to-end requirements traceability.
- Lead requirements engineering, system design, integration, verification and validation activities, ensuring technical solutions meet customer, operational and quality requirements.
- Provide technical leadership across engineering teams, support major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), manage technical risks and contribute to successful project delivery.
- Ensure engineering processes, methods,



tools and environments support project delivery objectives.
- Contribute to sustainment outcomes through effective planning, coordination and technical problem-solving.

About You

You are a motivated and collaborative systems engineer with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You thrive in complex engineering environments and are comfortable navigating technical, stakeholder and governance challenges associated with safety-critical defence systems.

Skills & Experience

- Minimum 8 years’ experience in Systems Engineering within complex, software-intensive or defence environments.
- Strong practical experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
- Experience using Cameo Systems Modeler, DOORS, Cradle, or similar engineering toolsets.
- Proven expertise across requirements engineering, system architecture, integration, verification and validation.
- Experience working within ASDEFCON or Defence acquisition environments (highly desirable).
- Knowledge of complex military systems, software-intensive systems and systems integration.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical leadership capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications such as INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP and/or Engineers Australia CPEng are highly regarded.

Security Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1) and have the ability to access ITAR-controlled information.

If you’re an experienced MBSE professional ready to lead the design and delivery of complex defence systems, we’d love to hear from you.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges. From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions,



our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience. By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career. As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

- 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

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families At Saab, you'll be empowered to make a real difference. Join colleagues worldwide who share one purpose - keeping people and society safe through innovative defence and security solutions. What makes that difference possible? You. We're a global leader in air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics, with approximately 28,000 employees across all continents. Our transformative approach combines deep expertise with continuous innovation - investing one-fifth of our earnings in research and development to solve tomorrow's challenges today. But technology alone doesn't create safety. Your perspective, your skills, your contribution - that's what transforms possibility into reality. Here, diversity strengthens everything we do. You'll find unlimited opportunities to advance your career whilst maintaining balance in your life beyond work. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can fully focus on what matters. Saab is an Equal Chance/Affirmative Action employer - all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.

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📌 Senior Systems Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Saab Australia
📍 Adelaide