Systems Engineering Manager - ATM

SAAB; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

6 weeks paid leave each year

14% superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia, a leading defence and security company, seeks a Systems Engineering Manager to lead the Air Traffic Management program. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate changes to baselines, and ensure safety, security and quality objectives are met through robust systems engineering processes.

You will promote continuous improvement, manage resources and engage stakeholders across projects, with hybrid work options and a focus on in-country ATM capability development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of engineering experience with 10+ years applying systems engineering in ATM domain projects
• At least 5 years in a technical management role focusing on strategic and technical management
• Ability to navigate complex technical challenges while aligning with strategic ATM capability development
• Awareness of whole-of-capability issues including safety, ILS, Human Factors, and supportability
• Competent in applying ISM security controls to system design
• Chartered engineering status and state registration (Queensland/Victoria)
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage resource plan and schedule for core and matrixed engineering resources across all ATM projects
• Ensure engineering resources have appropriate competence and experience for successful delivery
• Manage scope, quality, resources and schedule risks; escalate when needed
• Maintain program systems engineering management and baseline configurations
• Apply technical standards and processes to assure Safety, Security and Quality objectives
• Contribute to estimates for engineering change activities within the program’s scope
• Serve as Cost Account Manager for allocated work packages
• Plan and facilitate Technical Working Group meetings with the customer

Skills

Resource management

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Program management

Risk management

Configuration management

Security controls

Chartered engineer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Engineers Australia CPEng

INCOSE ASEP

CSEP

ESEP

Job description

As part of our Civil Group, the Systems Engineering Manager will support the Air Traffic Management (ATM) program in the planning and implementation phases of Saab’s Air Traffic Management projects. The Systems Engineering Manager will be responsible for resource management of a multi-disciplinary engineering team to deliver complex ATM system projects through application of systems engineering process and rigour. This role involves technical leadership, aligned with organisational systems engineering principles, guidelines, practices and objectives.

Responsible for ensuring that changes to the functional baseline are managed in a coordinated and consistent way across all projects within the Air Traffic Management program, working in close collaboration with the Lead System Engineer and the responsible Project Managers and the Program Engineering Managers to ensure successful project outcomes.

Responsible for promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the successful delivery of technical solutions, this role requires effective resource management and stakeholder engagement skills, combined with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Responsible for establishing and managing the resource plan and schedule for core and matrixed engineering resources to support all projects and approved changes across the ATM program, working within project budgetary and planning constraints.
• Ensure that all ATM project engineering resources have appropriate competence and experience to successfully deliver engineering outcomes, also noting state-based requirements relating to registration of engineers.
• Ensure successful ATM program engineering outcomes through managing and escalating scope, quality, resource and schedule issues and risks.
• Responsible for managing the program’s functional baseline on behalf of the Program Engineering Manager and controlling the allocated baseline, including responsibility for (non-product) design decisions.
• Assure control of the established baseline configurations in accordance with the Configuration Management Plan.
• Responsible for the correct application of technical standards and engineering processes to engineering activities and ensuring adherence to approved management plans to assure that Safety, Security and Quality objectives are met through the system design.
• Contribute to the development of estimates for engineering change activities relating to the program’s technical scope through systematic analysis of impact of changes to the functional and allocated baselines.
• Responsible Cost Account Manager for allocated work packages
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Engineering Manager including:
• Maintenance of the program Systems Engineering Management.
• Plan; prepare, plan and facilitate the program Technical Working Group meetings with the customer.

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 or master’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).
• Certifications: Relevant professional certifications in systems engineering or related fields such as; Engineers Australia CPEng, INCOSE ASEP, CSEP or ESEP (desirable).
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in engineering with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the application of systems engineering principles in Air Traffic Management domain projects, in particular relating to design, integration and support of Air Traffic Management systems.
• At least 5 years in a technical management role, with a focus on strategic and technical management, including resource planning for complex technical projects.
• Ability to navigate complex technical challenges while ensuring that solutions are innovative and aligned with strategic goals in relation to the development of in-country ATM capability.
• Demonstrated awareness and ability to address whole of capability/systems issues, such as operational safety, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Human Factors and supportability.
• Competent in the application of security controls to system design in the context of the Australian government’s Information Security Manual (ISM).
• Understand complex technical issues and manage them within project cost, time and quality constraints.
• Well-developed written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Chartered engineering status and state engineering registration (Queensland/Victoria).

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance preferably to baseline level.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here.

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Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to, reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab 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.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, 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.