Senior Technical Officer – Weapons & Explosive Ordnance (EO)

The role

As part of our Defence Delivery Office the Senior Technical Officer (Combat Weapons/EO) is responsible for the output of technical advice and services within the incumbents area of competence and delegation.

Further the successful candidate will:

• Act as the Weapons / EO senior technical advisor within delegation on Combat Systems related issues for the Engineering Group;
• Conduct in-service Combat Systems engineering functions as required.
• Identify and manage in-service engineering supportability issues with the aim to optimise cost increasing reliability and availability and reducing technical risk;
• Provide assistance liaison technical advice and helpdesk support to Commonwealth stakeholders and the ANZAC (and other classes of vessels as relevant) Technical Support Network on matters affecting the Combat System;
• Provide input and recommendations for the continuous improvement of company processes and standard procedures.
• Comply with legislation and Company policies processes and instructions including those relating to non-discrimination safety and duty of care and the quality management system.

Flexible work arrangements such as 9 day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Tertiary qualifications in a field of electronics electrical or system engineering or equivalent on the job experience and related technical training.
• 10 years experience with command and control or weapon systems (combat systems) fitted to warships as well as experience maintaining warships fitted combat systems;
• Minimum 3 years experience in supervision of relevant shipboard combat systems maintenance teams;
• Minimum 10 years experience demonstrated experience in engineering installation / maintenance / repair practices within a quality framework (required to gain level 4 engineering delegation).
• Extensive experience and familiarity with the ANZAC Class Ships is requirement.

As a defence security clearance is required for this role applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one. 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.

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 todays 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.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

What you will be part of

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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 26000 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 youll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. Youll 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 youll 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

For further information about a career at Saab visit the page adjacent: Apply to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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.