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The Role:
The Satellite Communications Engineer will play a critical role in the delivery of the Departments Satellite Modernisation Project. This role involves the design, implementation, and maintenance of satellite communication systems. The engineer will support high-level design activities and contribute to technology investigations.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams including architecture, cyber assurance, and regional technical officers to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performance satellite communications.
Skills and Experience Required:
1. Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in satellite communications engineering, including GEO and NGSO systems.
2. Strong understanding of RF and microwave communication systems, including design, testing, and optimisation.
3. Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing high-availability WAN services, including satellite-based connectivity solutions that ensure reliable and resilient communications across geographically dispersed locations.
4. Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including high-level designs and maintenance plans.
5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
Location and Contract Term: This role is based in ACT. 12 month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options pending budget and delegate approval.
Security Requirements: Applicants must be Australian Citizens and hold a NV2 (minimum) security clearance
How to Apply: Applications close 3 September.
Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Please note you may need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates
Call Kelly 0480 002 457 or email kelly@whizdom.com.au for any further information
Satellite Communications Engineer
| Job title : | Satellite Communications Engineer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | Competitive |
| Start date : | 2025-08-24 |
| Duration : | 12 months |
| Job Reference : | V-55384 |
| Contact name : | Kelly Shockley |
| Contact email : | kelly@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | about 17 hours ago |
The Satellite Communications Engineer will play a critical role in the delivery of the Departments Satellite Modernisation Project. This role involves the design, implementation, and maintenance of satellite communication systems. The engineer will support high-level design activities and contribute to technology investigations.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams including architecture, cyber assurance, and regional technical officers to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performance satellite communications.
Skills and Experience Required:
1. Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in satellite communications engineering, including GEO and NGSO systems.
2. Strong understanding of RF and microwave communication systems, including design, testing, and optimisation.
3. Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing high-availability WAN services, including satellite-based connectivity solutions that ensure reliable and resilient communications across geographically dispersed locations.
4. Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including high-level designs and maintenance plans.
5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
Location and Contract Term: This role is based in ACT. 12 month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options pending budget and delegate approval.
Security Requirements: Applicants must be Australian Citizens and hold a NV2 (minimum) security clearance
How to Apply: Applications close 3 September.
Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Please note you may need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates
Call Kelly 0480 002 457 or email kelly@whizdom.com.au for any further information