Software Systems Engineer

Saab; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company seeks a Software Systems Engineer in Gauteng to manage software requirements for projects, engage with clients, and oversee software integration. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years’ experience in military software development, strong skills in systems engineering processes, and proficiency in programming languages C, C++, and Python. This role offers a competitive environment focused on innovation and support in the defense sector.

Benefits

Nurturing work environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in military software development or related experience.
• Experience with RTCA DO B / C software development.
• High competence with DOORS software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Software System Engineering for projects.
• Document system software interface requirements.
• Support integration activities and maintain relationships.

Skills

Systems Thinking

Software Architecting

Technical Leadership

Negotiation

Risk Management

Education

BSc Computer Engineering or Electronic Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Linux

Enterprise Architect

Job description

Join to apply for the Software Systems Engineer role at Saab We have a vacancy for the software systems engineer (SSE).

The position takes ownership of the system software requirements on customer projects, co-ordinate the software development activities with the Design and Development team, take delivery of project software, drive system software integration and testing activities, configure system software life cycle data.

The Software Systems Engineer will also engage with clients as required, provide client facing software assistance and will be responsible for all software deliveries.

Responsibilities Lead, plan and manage the Software System Engineering process for development and contractual projects within Saab Defence.

Create and maintain the System Software Development and Requirements documentation for embedded and ground support systems.

Act as System Software architect and perform related design tasks.

Derive lower level subsystem requirements from system requirements.

Lead and coordinate Technical Design Assessments (TDAs) in the NRE subsystems development.

Document system software interface requirements.

Verify and validate project system software baselines.

Maintain system software baseline throughout the lifecycle.

Support system engineering activities in integration and testing to achieve an accepted software baseline.

Provide technical support to Marketing, Bid Office and Product Management.

Contribute to quotes and tender costs for NRE projects.

Client and Vendor Management Provide technical assistance and effective internal client relations.

Assist project managers with project scheduling.

Support integration activities, test baselines and trials.

Maintain external customer relationships during project execution.

Support Marketing, Product Management and In-Service Support management.

Financial Management Input into quotes and tender costs for Program Specific Development NRE work.

Business Process Management Determine software requirements and give technical feedback to Product and Technical Product Managers.

Provide inputs for technical proposals on architecture, compliance, NRE requirements and system software integration cost estimates.

Profile Specialist Knowledge Experience with RTCA DO B / C software development.

Advanced knowledge of Software Systems Engineering processes.

Cyber security knowledge advantageous.

Experience with software simulation models advantageous.

Military environment experience advantageous (Airborne, Naval, Land).

Defence EW environment experience advantageous.

Practical Experience 5+ years in military software development or environment.

High competence with DOORS.

5+ years in Software Systems Engineering, preferably on customer projects.

Generate and compile development plans, specifications, test plans and procedures.

Hardware and networking environments : Linux, performance, utilization.

Communications protocols.

Embedded SW development experience.

CASE tools (Enterprise Architect) and UML usage.

Programming languages : C, C++, Python.

Automated testing experience advantageous.

Competencies Systems Thinking Life Cycles Systems Modelling and Analysis Communication, Technical Leadership, Negotiation Requirements Analysis, SW Requirements Writing, Software Architecting, System Integration, Verification & Validation Planning, Monitoring, Control, Decision Management, Configuration Management, Risk & Opportunity Management Technical SW Project Management, Integration & Testing, Fault Finding.

Qualification BSc Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering or similar tertiary qualification.

Skills Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Prioritisation and multi-tasking.

Professionalism and strong work ethics.

Oral and written communication skills.

Excellent organisational and time management.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

What you will be a part of SGD has reinforced its position as a leading South African defence and security company, bringing capabilities including electronic warfare systems, sensor technology, training systems, avionics, security and support solutions to the African and international markets.

These capabilities are supplied and supported over the air, land, sea and civil security domains.

With new and improved technological systems and solutions, SGD increases a country's defence capabilities and provides innovative, effective products and services for those tasked to maintain security.

The company also works with various stakeholders in gathering data and providing insight into how security threats evolve, and what the best market-customised solutions are.

We pride ourselves on a nurturing environment, where everyone is different yet we share the same goal – to help protect people.

SGD will give preference to South African citizens and we also welcome applications from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We will notify interested candidates once a position opens.

Equal Opportunity Employer – We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status.

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