Product Owner

Saab; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Product Owner to join the Systems Delivery Group and maximise value of a software-centric product. You will be the primary customer advocate, bridging business and development teams, guiding prioritization and system requirements, and supporting planning and agile ceremonies.

The role offers flexible hybrid work arrangements (home/office) and a 9-day fortnight, with Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years in Systems Engineering for software-intensive systems.
• Experience across requirements management, architecture, integration, and verification/validation.
• Familiarity with ASDEFCON and defence technologies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support prioritisation of module and component development activities, bug fixes and documentation updates with the development team.
• Decide what functionality is in-scope by providing insight into system-wide impacts.
• Work with systems engineering and software development teams to ensure smooth execution of product development.
• Communicate system requirements and design clearly to ensure alignment on deliverables.
• Provide system-level technical support to Team Leads in developing software plans.
• Review software documents to ensure system needs are satisfied.
• Support team planning (quarterly and sprint), reviews and retrospectives, refining system features and dependencies.
• Align planning and evolution with global product design where applicable.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements Management

System Architecture

Verification and Validation

Analysis

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

DOORS

MBSE tools

Job description

Product Owner

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

As part of our Systems Delivery Group, the Product Owner (PO) will be a member of an agile team who is responsible for maximising the value of a product. They are the primary customer advocate for the team and are responsible for connecting the business and development teams.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Support the software team(s) the prioritization of module and component development activities, bug fixes and documentation updates by working with the development team to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Decide what functionality is in-scope, and what can be left out-of-scope by providing insight into system-wide impacts.
• Work with systems engineering and software development teams to ensure smooth execution of product development.
• Communicate systems requirements and system design (including for example, HMI and functional chains) clearly and ensure all teams are aligned on deliverables.
• Providing system level technical support to Team Leads in the development of software plans.
• Review software documents including requirements, design, test plans and test results - including tracing to Sub-System Specification and Sub-System Design Document, to ensure the needs of the system are satisfied.
• Support team planning (including quarterly and sprint), reviews, and retrospectives, assisting them with refining system features, technical dependences and ensuring that goals are met efficiently.
• Where applicable, align planning and evolution with global product design.

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

About you

Your education, skills and experience will include:

• Education: Tertiary qualifications (bachelor’s degree) in a relevant discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field etc.), and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the defence industry).
• Experience: Three or more years of experience in the fields of Systems Engineering in Software intensive systems. Across the full engineering lifecycle in Requirements Management, System Architecture, Systems Integration, and/or Verification and Validation.
• Knowledge:
• Good understanding of systems engineering principles and practices.
• Familiarity with complex systems (e.g., military systems) or related defence technologies is desirable.
• Familiarity of System Engineering in an ASDEFCON context is desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using systems engineering software tools and simulation environments (e.g., DOORS, Model Based Systems Engineering tools). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Ability to clearly convey technical information in both written and verbal forms.

• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance preferably 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.
• We’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Applications

• 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.