Senior Configuration Management Analyst

Saab AB; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Senior Configuration Management Analyst to deliver engineering CM, document control, and data management across the Land Capability Program. You will ensure baselines, technical data, and project docs are accurate and accessible throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires 3+ years in CM, defence project context, and strong stakeholder liaison to support baselines, change control, and CM improvements. Hybrid work from home/office and a 9-day fortnight are possible.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in configuration management roles.
• Defence industry experience in project-based environments.
• Proven ability to liaise with internal customers.
• Ability to manage multiple demands and prioritise deadlines.
• Experience creating process documentation and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Configuration Management Plan.
• Coordinate change control activities and prepare approval docs.
• Assess impact of proposed changes on system outcomes.
• Support CM frameworks and continuous improvement.
• Promote CM best practices including baselines and deviation management.

Skills

CM experience

Defence industry

Stakeholder liaison

Task prioritisation

Tools

CM tools

EDMS

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

The Senior Configuration Management Analyst is responsible for delivering engineering Configuration Management (CM), document control, and data management services across the Land Capability Program. Working closely with project and engineering teams, the role ensures configuration baselines, technical data, and project documentation are accurately managed, controlled, and readily accessible throughout the program lifecycle.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Develop and maintain the Configuration Management Plan.
• Coordinate change control activities and prepare approval documentation for review boards.
• Assess the impact of proposed changes on system and capability outcomes.
• Support the delivery and continuous improvement of Configuration Management frameworks and processes.
• Promote Configuration Management best practices, including baseline management, change control, and deviation management.
• Support Project Managers and Engineering Managers in establishing and maintaining project baselines.
• Where priorities/activites change, the position may be called to support other projects.

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

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• 3+ years’ experience working within CM roles.
• Defence industry experience in project-based team or product engineering management environment.
• Proven ability in effective internal customer liaison.
• Ability to manage multiple demands and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Experience of specialist configuration management tools and/or engineering data management systems.
• Demonstrated experience in complex task management.
• Experience in creating process documentation and workflows.

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.

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.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.