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The Field Engineer will provide hands on support for the radio frequency, analogue and digital signal chains and digital electronic system for the SKA Low Telescope. The role will range from commissioning a station of 256 antennas to solving a tough integration issue at the high-tech test facility. This position requires both technical leadership and the ability to diagnose complex electronic systems.
Job Responsibility:
Provide professional engineering support for SKA Low telescope hardware and software to install and integrate RF, electronic, optical, and signal processing systems
Use test equipment to identify problems and develop practical fixes that can be performed by Field Technicians or original equipment manufacturers
Inspire and mentor technicians of varying skill and experience levels to build our future technical capability
Ensure electronic equipment faults and repairs are reported and tracked, maintain preventative maintenance documents, engineering documentation and drawings, and develop test/repair procedures when required.
Requirements:
A tertiary degree in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, Radio Frequency (RF), or a related engineering field (such as Mechatronics, Aerospace, Computer, or Engineering Physics), with demonstrated on-the-field experience in installing and troubleshooting electronic systems
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 deployment, commissioning, maintaining and upgrading of electronics systems, from systems down to first-principles ‘hands-on’ board level
Ability to monitor, inspire, and mentor technicians of varying skill and experience levels and help build our future technical capability
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 and procedures, drawings and reports and generally to communicate effectively, in writing and face-to-face, with the team, CSIRO management, SKAO stakeholders and other external stakeholders
Commitment to safe work practices, to environmental sustainability and the principles of equity and diversity
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical examination prior to commencement.
What we offer:
15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities.