Multiple Roles in Technical Support & Launcher Operations - New Norcia Deep Space Tracking Facility

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Role highlights

• Multiple stellar opportunities available! Whether you're just starting out or already have technical experience, there are roles tailored to different skill levels
• Shape your career by learning, exploring and building real-world capabilities through practical hands-on mentorship directly from seasoned experts
• Commute between Perth and our ground station with easy access to pool of shared vehicles onsite

About CSIRO

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

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About New Norcia ground station (WA)

New Norcia Deep Space Tracking Facility has been in operation since 2003 and is one of the three stations in the European Space Agency’s Estrack network. The station currently has a 35-metre and a 4.5-metre antenna, with a second 35-metre, NNO-3, to be commissioned this year. As part of our expansion, we are seeking enthusiastic candidates who are willing to learn, to add to our capabilities and to embark on a rewarding career in the space industry.

Visit New Norcia ground station - CSIRO for more information.

The opportunity

The expansion of our New Norcia Deep Space Tracking Facility has opened up doors for a seasoned technician, an aspiring engineer, or just a newbie starting out after high school to contribute to cutting-edge missions that reach far beyond Earth.

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of Australia’s growing space legacy. This is your chance to come, build the future with us.

We’re on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals ready to strengthen the operations of our specialised station by being a part of the critical day to day maintenance and providing support with logistics and engaging with colleagues in Europe at the ESA headquarters, while working closely with the systems for configuration and asset management for the station.

We are particularly interested in applicants who are keen to demonstrate and/or develop their technical aptitude in either mechanical or electronics and enthusiastic to join and build a career in the space industry.

Why join us?

• Build a rewarding career in the space industry with one of Australia’s most high-tech work environments
• Work alongside global space partners (ESA, CNES, NASA, JAXA and more) and learn the ropes
• Be a part of missions that shape the future of space exploration

Visit Home - Australia Telescope National Facilityfor more information.

Your duties will include (varies depending on your role):

Join a dedicated team where you’ll contribute to vital technical and operational duties tailored to your skill level. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, comprehensive training and support will be provided to help you succeed.

• Technical and maintenance support - Perform supervised technical tasks like maintenance on IT, RF, and electronic systems, including working at heights on antennas.
• Installation assistance - Help with cable, fibre, and electronics installations as needed.
• Operational reliability - Deliver high-quality work during time-critical maintenance periods to ensure station readiness.
• Launcher involvement - Contribute to rocket launcher activities, occasionally outside normal hours.
• Logistics coordination - Support shipment operations between New Norcia and European counterparts.
• Documentation development - Assist in creating technical manuals, safe work procedures, and quality system documents.

Role particulars

Location and office arrangements:

• New Norcia Ground Station, Western Australia
• Shared pool of vehicles available to commute between Perth and New Norcia
• Relocation support to be provided for new starters moving within Western Australia

Salary: AU$67,026 – AU$96,811 per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus 15.4% superannuation (+ any additional allowances as applicable e.g $10K per annum site allowance is given in addition to base salary - pro-rata if part time). Salary level will be dependent on level of experience.

Tenure & work schedule:

• 5 roles available with a 5 year specified term tenure for each position
• Flexible working options available with roles being offered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. This can be discussed based on individual circumstances and needs of the role.

Reference: 100440

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

Essential criteria

• Relevant Qualifications: Certificate of year 12 high school education.
• Additional Qualifications: Applicants with completed or significant progress towards trade qualifications, diploma or bachelor’s degree qualifications in relevant technical fields such as engineering, IT or science may be eligible for appointment at higher grades.
• Experience: Applicants with significant STEM experience may be appointed to higher grades.

Desirable criteria

• Skillset: Aptitude in Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths fields.
• Installation Activities: Experience in installation activities and maintenance of cabling and optical fibre, or electronics equipment.
• Working on Structures: Ability and desire to work at heights.
• A general commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing at the workplace.

For full details about this role, and other criteria, please review the Position Description.

Not sure if you meet all the criteria?

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

Setting you up for success

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner and let us know how we can support you.

Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Inclusion and belonging

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise that true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

The CSIRO Space & Astronomy Research unit was also awarded the Gold Pleiades Award, demonstrating the highest level of recognition from the Astronomical Society of Australia’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in Astronomy chapter: https://www.atnf.csiro.au/news/gold-pleaides-award-to-csiro-space-and-astronomy/

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents only. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Child safety

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

How to apply

Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close

28 September 2025, 11:00pm AEST

We strongly encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.