Combat System Safety Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026.
Systems Safety Engineer opportunity - Rockingham, WA
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
- Free Income Protection Insurance
For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life
The role
Saab Australia is seeking aspiring Combat System Safety Engineer to join our growing teams in WA. This role offers the opportunity to develop your System Safety Engineer skills while supporting the delivery and sustainment of leading-edge defence capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain system safety program plans, processes, and frameworks
- Conduct hazard identification and risk analysis
- Contribute to the development of Safety assessment reports, Safety case documentation.
- Perform safety analysis in support of design changes, engineering updates, system problem reports.
- Establish and maintain safety requirements, ensuring traceability, verification, and implementation of mitigation controls.
- Support broader systems engineering activities and apply engineering governance processes relevant to the safety-critical defence systems.
- Contribute to the development and execution of verification and validation (V&V) activities.
About you
Your skills and experience will include:
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in safety engineering across complex software-intensive systems
- Strong capability in: Hazard identification and risk assessment, Safety requirements development, Safety architecture and design, Safety verification and validation, and Safety case development.
- Working knowledge of contemporary safety engineering standards and best practice, including MIL-STD-882
- Experience working within structured engineering lifecycle environments
Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 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.
Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.
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.
Applications
- To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.
- By submitting your application, you consent to Saab Australia's pre-employment screening process, which may include reference checks, Australian Federal Police checks, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
- 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.