The Role
SPA9102 Phase1 (Australian Defence Satellite Communications System) project is seeking highly motivated and skilled Engineers. The project is looking to deliver communication satellites, ground stations, satellite operation centre(s), and a robust cyber security system. In this role, you will contribute to significant technological advancements to Defence’s operational satellite communication (SATCOM) capabilities in space, ground, and control segments.
You will have the opportunity to work closely with the tenderer through contract negotiations and engineering workshops, in addition to design reviews once in contract. You will also work with both SATCOM and space subject matter experts, as well as domestic and foreign military experts.
We are seeking candidates with a diverse range of experience and backgrounds in engineering, including people who have gained their experience outside Defence and Government. These positions require stakeholder engagement (including industry, foreign and other government departments) and therefore will need to possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
About our Team
Space Systems Branch acquires and sustains SATCOM systems, and is a trusted advisor of SATCOM systems for the Australian Defence Organisation. The SPA9102 sits within the Branch. Our team comprises of professionals from various disciplines including project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics.
This multi-disciplinary team is composed of highly skilled and motivated Australian Public Service, Australian Defence Force, and contracted personnel. The team is full of highly passionate, experienced, and high performing engineers striving to achieve the projects motive.
The team works from Brindabella Park offices in Canberra and maintains close collaboration with other parts of Defence and other Government Agencies.
Our Ideal Candidate
Space Systems Branch is seeking Engineers with an interest in delivering strategically significant capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. The ideal candidates will have experience and knowledge of space systems and/or communications engineering, and the ability to develop their leadership skills.
Desired key attributes include:
1. Ability to perform critical and complex system engineering activities under broad direction;
2. Understanding of space systems, including areas such as the payload, and spacecraft bus and its subsystems;
3. Understanding of the control segment especially in the areas of spacecraft and payload control;
4. Knowledge of satellite communications including areas such as antenna systems, link budgets, amplifier and modem design, network topologies, and satellite access schemes;
5. Sound business acumen and commercial judgement;
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with ability to negotiate and build relationships with stakeholders; and
7. Organisational skills, self-drive and initiative with the ability to influence others to achieve results and business.