Electronics Technician, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Parkes

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

76000.00 - 113000.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Senior and Junior Electronics Technician positions at the Australia Telescope National Facility working on cutting-edge electronics and RF systems supporting both radio astronomy and spacecraft communications at the iconic Parkes Radio Telescope

Job Responsibility:

Provide technical, operational, and maintenance support for electronics and RF systems
Fault-find and repair electronic and electromechanical modules to component level
Assist in the design, construction, and testing of analogue and digital electronics
Maintain laboratory facilities, inventory, and documentation
Support procurement of equipment and components
Travel occasionally to other observatories for system installation, commissioning, and maintenance
Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with relevant standards
Work collaboratively with technical and non-technical staff
Lead and mentor less experienced technical staff (for senior role)
Perform complex diagnostics and maintenance on radio frequency equipment
Conduct EMC and RFI testing and mitigation

Requirements:

Advanced Diploma (or equivalent training/experience) in electronics with emphasis on analogue and digital techniques
Understanding of analogue and digital electronics fundamentals
Demonstrated skills in technical problem-solving, including fault finding, repair, and service of electronic systems
Proficiency in soldering, PCB assembly, and use of general workshop tools
Ability to work effectively in a small team with minimal supervision when required
Experience preparing safety documentation (e.g. risk assessments) and a commitment to safe, inclusive, and sustainable work practices
Physical ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 60m, and occasionally in confined spaces
Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
ACMA Open Cabling Licence (or ability to obtain)
Current Australian Class C driver's licence
Experience using CAD tools for electronics or mechanical design (e.g. Altium, AutoCAD, OrCAD)
Proficiency with spectrum and network analysers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and related software
Precision timing systems (atomic clocks, GPS receivers, timing protocols)
Fibre optic systems (RF over fibre, digital protocols, splicing, and testing)
Industrial Ethernet, SCADA, Modbus, I2C/SPI, or similar control and monitoring systems

Nice to have:

Current First Aid Certificate
ACMA Open Cabling Licence
Current Australian Class C driver's licence
Experience using CAD tools for electronics or mechanical design
Proficiency with spectrum and network analysers, oscilloscopes, signal generators
Precision timing systems experience
Fibre optic systems experience
Industrial Ethernet, SCADA, Modbus, I2C/SPI experience

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
Additional on-call allowances
Flexible work arrangements
Generous leave entitlements including four weeks annual leave and up to 15 days for personal or family needs
Short-term accommodation or rental assistance
Salary packaging options
Health and well-being initiatives
Relocation support for individuals and families

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 29, 2025

Expiration:
November 30, 2025

Work Type:

On-site work

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