Ils Systems Engineer — Defence Tech (Hybrid)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España Sa.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking an aspiring Systems Engineer to join our Mawson Lakes, South Australia team. The role focuses on developing and sustaining defence capabilities through rigorous systems engineering practices.

You will work on gathering requirements, creating architecture, and integrating hardware and software with senior engineers, contributing to cutting-edge defence projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 4 years’ experience in Engineering.
• Practitioner’s level in Systems Engineering (Requirements Management, System Architecture, Systems Integration, and/or Verification and Validation).
• Experience in complex systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse system requirements from stakeholders.
• Develop requirements documentation and traceability matrices.
• Create system architecture and design specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to ensure system requirements are met.
• Assist in the integration of hardware and software components into the system.
• Work alongside senior engineers to implement system solutions and configurations.

Skills

System engineering

Requirements analysis

Systems integration

Architecture design

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.

The role

Expression of Interest: Systems Engineer Saab Australia is seeking aspiring Systems Engineer to join our growing teams in Mawson Lakes, South Australia. This role offers the opportunity to develop your systems engineering skills while supporting the delivery and sustainment of leading‑edge defence capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyse system requirements from stakeholders.
• Develop requirements documentation and traceability matrices.
• Create system architecture and design specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to ensure system requirements are met.
• Assist in the integration of hardware and software components into the system.
• Work alongside senior engineers to implement system solutions and configurations.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Up to 4 years’ experience in Engineering experience prior to this role.
• Practitioner’s level of experience in the fields of Systems Engineering (i.e. Requirements Management, System Architecture, Systems Integration, and/or Verification and Validation).
• Experience in complex systems is desirable.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 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.