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We’re seeking an experienced Professional Electronics Engineer to provide technical leadership for electronic systems supporting the ASKAP radio telescope. Based at the Murchison Support Facility in Geraldton, the role contributes to the operation of ASKAP as a world‑class astronomy instrument, supporting advanced digital and radio‑frequency technologies. The position offers the opportunity to lead a small technical team while working on complex, state‑of‑the‑art systems within a unique remote observatory environment.
Job Responsibility:
Provide high‑level engineering support for ASKAP electronic systems, including radio frequency and digital signal processing hardware
Support the operation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of observatory electronic systems across the ASKAP telescope
Under direction of the ASKAP Team Leader, provide technical leadership and supervision to a small team delivering commissioning and maintenance activities
Plan, schedule and coordinate maintenance programs, including contributing to budgeting and prioritisation of work to support reliable telescope operations
Ensure the availability and effective management of electronic spares, consumables and laboratory facilities to minimise operational downtime
Maintain accurate records including fault reporting, preventative maintenance documentation, engineering drawings and test and repair procedures
Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, management, clients, contractors and observatory visitors
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including health, safety and environmental practices, and undertake regular travel to the ASKAP observatory site
Requirements:
An Engineers Australia-accredited four-year electronic/electrical engineering qualification plus work experience at the level of Professional Engineer
Demonstrated understanding and practical skills in analogue and digital electronics systems relevant to radio astronomical operations, with a specialisation in either low noise Radio Frequency electronics, or high speed digital processing electronics including both hardware and firmware for systems built around Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technology
Self-motivated, with demonstrated ability to apply professional engineering judgement in the course of commissioning, maintaining and/or designing & upgrading of electronics systems, from systems down to first-principles ‘hands-on’ board level
Ability to lead a small technical team consisting of staff with various backgrounds and skill levels
Demonstrated ability to identify the source of system deficiencies and apply innovative solutions to technical, logistics and team challenges whilst working in a remote area for extended periods
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information including interpret and prepare circuit diagrams, technical specifications, drawings and reports and generally to communicate effectively, in writing and face-to-face, with the team, CSIRO management and external stakeholders
Commitment to safe work practices, to environmental sustainability and the principles of equity and diversity
A current driver’s license and willingness to travel to other CSIRO ATNF sites
Ability to work at heights
What we offer:
15.4% super across two capability levels
Remote area allowances and close call allowances apply when deploying to the remote site
Flexible working hours
Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and up to 15 days for personal or family needs
Short-term accommodation or rental assistance when relocating
Salary packaging options
Health and well-being initiatives
Comfortable accommodation with catering, gym, and pool access during observatory visits