Software Systems Engineer

Hanwha Defence Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Flexible working arrangements

Paid parental leave

Defence Reservist Leave

Job summary

Hanwha Defence Australia is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to define, integrate, verify and validate software capabilities across defence programs in Melbourne. You will manage software requirements, maintain traceability, and collaborate with software, cyber, hardware, and vendor teams to deliver capability delivery.

The role emphasizes SDLC activities, verification strategies, and V&V artefacts, with an opportunity to work on regulated defence projects and contribute to engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• Training in Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, V&V or Configuration Management.
• Experience in Defence, Automotive or other highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Support SDLC activities across projects.
• Develop, manage and maintain software and system requirements.
• Maintain requirements traceability from design through verification and acceptance.
• Support system design, software integration and verification and validation activities.
• Define verification methods, test strategies, acceptance criteria and schedules.
• Develop and review V&V documentation (VCRMs, V&V Plans, ATPs).
• Coordinate with software, cyber, hardware, integration and vendor teams.
• Manage Software Configuration Items (SCIs) and configuration baselines.
• Participate in technical reviews and engineering assurance activities.
• Manage technical risks, issues and stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Software Engineering

Requirements management

Verification & Validation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline

Training in Systems Engineering

Training in Requirements Management

Training in Verification & Validation or Configuration Management

Tools

DOORS

Jira

HP ALM

GitLab

Job description

Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA) is a comprehensive defence solution provider, building on the strengths of its portfolio, which includes artillery systems, armoured vehicles, air defence systems, and unmanned ground systems.

We are a subsidiary of Hanwha Corporation which has grown to be the largest and the most influential defence corporation in South Korea.

Position Overview

The Software Systems Engineer supports the definition, integration, verification, and validation of software capabilities across HDA programs. Working closely with engineering teams, vendors, and stakeholders, the role ensures software requirements are effectively managed, traced and validated throughout the system lifecycle.

Primary Duties

• Support software and systems engineering activities throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Develop, manage, and maintain software and system requirements.
• Maintain requirements traceability from design through to verification and acceptance.
• Support system design, software integration and verification and validation activities.
• Define verification methods, test strategies, acceptance criteria and schedules.
• Develop and review V&V documentation, including VCRMs, V&V Plans, Acceptance Test Plans and Acceptance Test Procedures.
• Coordinate with software, cyber, hardware, integration and vendor teams to support capability delivery.
• Support management of Software Configuration Items (SCIs) and configuration baselines.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews and engineering assurance activities.
• Manage technical risks, issues and stakeholder expectations.

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Training or qualifications in Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Verification & Validation or Configuration Management.
• Experience working within Defence, Automotive or other highly regulated environments.

Experience

• Experience working within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience in requirements development, analysis, management and traceability.
• Experience supporting system design, integration, verification and validation activities.
• Experience defining verification methods, test strategies, acceptance criteria and schedules.
• Experience managing technical stakeholders across multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of Software Configuration Management and Software Configuration Items (SCIs).
• Experience with vehicle Electronic Architectures and Systems Under Test.
• Experience managing vendor and subcontractor interfaces.
• Experience with V&V artefacts including VCRMs, V&V Plans, Acceptance Test Plans and Acceptance Test Procedures.
• Experience using tools such as DOORS, Jira, HP ALM, GitLab or similar engineering platforms.
• Understanding of Defence and Automotive standards, including OBD, DTCs and MIL-STDs.

Skills & Key Attributes

• Strong understanding of Systems Engineering and Software Engineering principles.
• Knowledge of requirements management, traceability, verification and validation processes.
• Ability to analyse complex technical requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Understanding of vehicle electrical architectures and integrated systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
• Adaptable, proactive and able to perform in a dynamic project environment.

Eligibility:
To be successful in this role, you will need to:
Be an Australian Citizen. Be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (minimum of NV1 clearance level).

What we can offer you:

• 9-day fortnight
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Defence Reservist Leave

At Hanwha Defence Australia, we value Challenge, Dedication and Integrity. If you’re looking to contribute to meaningful, large-scale Defence programs and grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Hanwha Defence 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.

We are a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Program and welcome the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.