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Job details

The Telecommunications and Data Centre Support Section within the Infrastructure and Operational Support Branch of DFAT's Information Management and Technology Division has a requirement for a suitably skilled and experienced Satellite Communications Engineer.

Key duties and responsibilities

Job Specific role description:

The Senior Satellite Communications Engineer will play a critical role in the delivery of DFAT's Satellite Modernisation Project. This role involves the design, implementation, and maintenance of satellite communication systems, with a focus on both legacy GEO infrastructure and emerging NGSO technologies. The engineer will support high-level design activities, contribute to technology investigations, and assist in the deployment and upkeep of satellite terminals across DFAT Posts.

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.

This role involves significant leadership and mentoring of existing and future satellite communications team staff.

The Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) has been used to inform the requirements. In summary, DFAT is seeking a candidate with the following relevant skillset:

Skills/Levels:

• Development and Implementation - Systems Development - Radio Frequency Engineering (RFEN) - Level 6