Installation Engineer - Air Traffic Management

The role

As part of our General Counsel, Commercial & Civil group, the Installation Engineer will The Installation Engineer is responsible for all aspects of hardware installation planning, design and integration of ATM system platform hardware at Saab’s and customer’s premises, including recording the configuration of installed hardware.

The position involves close liaison with Saab technical governance stakeholders and with customer representatives to ensure all aspects of hardware installation and integration address essential requirements, allowing for site-specific and operational constraints.

Further, the successful candidate will:

Core

The role will involve site visits and site surveys for identification of preferred locations for installation of Saab ATM system hardware, capture and subsequent management of hardware installation and integration issues, and development of the detailed plans for hardware installation design, assembly and set to work.

• Develop Site Visit Reports, Installation Management Plans and Site Installation Packs consisting of rack layouts (2D drawings), parts lists, cable and patching schedules.
• Lead engineer for all installation-related aspects of console design, including participation in console Factory Acceptance Test and console hardware site acceptance testing. Work with the supervising Registered Engineer in formalising decisions relating to the console’s design for installation.
• Develop and update the project’s hardware design, ensuring all hardware requirements are met. Includes working with the I-ATS Program Lead System Engineer to select hardware, and developing associated power, heat load and equipment weight calculations for review by the supervising Registered Engineer.
• Develop the Bill of Materials and liaise with Saab’s Supply Chain and Procurement functions to secure hardware pricing, lead times and evidence of compliance.
• Plan assembly and installation activities for all hardware, including in-rack and structured cabling, and quality check build and installation activities to ensure alignment with Site Installation Packs.
• Configuration management of installed hardware via Physical Configuration Audit and record the as-built equipment state in Saab’s configuration management database, as detailed in the project Configuration Management Plan.

Supporting

• Contribute to development of Engineering Change Proposals through determination of activities and estimation of effort to support equipment selection, installation design and planning activities.
• Contribute to the development/review of hardware test acceptance procedures.
• Contribute to the development/review of hardware maintenance procedures.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office will be considered for this role.

About you

Your education, skills and experience will include:

• Desirable: Registered Professional Engineer (Electrical) for Victoria.
• Experience working within a project delivery environment and Systems Engineering processes.
• Experience of installation design planning in operational environments, particularly for Safety-Critical environments such as Air Traffic Management.
• Use of CAD drawing tools (2D).
• Knowledge of ATM system products and associated hardware requirements and interfaces.
• Knowledge of environmental and regulatory standards as they apply to hardware selection, including EMC and regulatory compliance marking.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards as they apply to installation design for COTS hardware, including:
• AS/NZS 3000:2018 (Electrical).
• AS/CA S009:2020 (Telecommunications).

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

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.

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 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

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Applications

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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.