Combat System Senior Technical Officer - NSW

Saab Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Saab Australia leads defence, security and cyber technology projects across Australia with a focus on cutting‑edge systems and expert engineers. This role sustains Saab's 9LV Combat System capabilities for the Royal Australian Navy, coordinating testing, maintenance and upgrades across multiple ship classes and remote deployments.

You will diagnose complex electronic and network environments, support installations, and deliver formal reports and system improvements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electronics and Communications Engineering is required.
• Extensive experience in installation, commissioning and maintenance of electronic systems.
• Proficiency with Windows, macOS, and Linux to install, configure, and troubleshoot systems.
• IPC workmanship standards expertise.
• Supervisory, coordinating and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing, fault-finding, maintenance, upgrades and repairs on electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems on RAN ships and facilities.
• Deliver hardware installation, testing, commissioning and acceptance activities including cabling and network configuration.
• Diagnose and resolve OS, application and network issues (LAN/WAN/VPN/Wi‑Fi).
• Conduct inspections and system performance monitoring to maximise capability and reliability.
• Provide urgent repair support and technical investigations for deployments and at‑sea operations.
• Prepare test reports, plans and drawings for delivery to customers.

Skills

Electronics installation & maintenance

OS troubleshooting (Windows, macOS, Lx

IPC workmanship standards

Supervisory & planning

Working at Heights

Education

Certificate III in Electronics and Communications Engineering

Tools

Windows OS

macOS

Linux

Job description

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

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

The role

Lead the sustainment of Saab's 9LV Combat System capability for the Royal Australian Navy, supporting the integration and performance of sensors, radar, weapons, communications, navigation, and electronic warfare systems.

Responsible for maintaining and upgrading advanced combat system equipment across a range of RAN platforms, including the Anzac Class (FFH), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV), Landing Helicopter Docks (LHD), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), and Hobart Class Destroyers (DDG).

You will ensure the ongoing serviceability, readiness, and performance of combat systems through system monitoring, fault diagnosis, planned maintenance, breakdown response, and corrective repair activities.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Coordinate and perform testing, fault-finding, maintenance, upgrades, and repairs on advanced electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems across RAN ships and support facilities.
• Deliver hardware installation, testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities, including cabling, fibre optic terminations, network configuration, and system integration.
• Diagnose and resolve operating system, application, and network issues, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and Wi-Fi environments.
• Conduct routine inspections, condition assessments, and system performance monitoring to maximise capability and reliability.
• Undertake technical investigations and provide urgent repair support for RAN vessels, including deployments to remote locations and at-sea operations.
• Deliver closing reports and objective quality evidence such as test reports, test plans, drawing updates for delivery to the customer.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About You

Your skills and experience will include:

• Certificate III in Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Extensive experience in Installation, commissioning and maintenance of electronic systems.
• Proficiency with Windows, macOS, and Linux to install, configure, and troubleshoot systems.
• Extensive experience in operation, fault finding and repair of electronic systems.
• Expertise in IPC workmanship standards.
• Proficient in the use of PCs and relevant software applications (Microsoft Office Suite etc).
• Supervisory, coordinating and planning skills
• Working at Heights Certified.
• Construction Industry White Card.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What You Will Be Part Of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.
• We’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Applications

• By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
• Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.