Field Engineer - SKA-Low Telescope (Multiple Positions)
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
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.
The opportunity
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.
In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.
The Traditional Owners and native title holders, the Wajarri Yamaji, have gifted CSIRO with the traditional name Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, home to the SKA-Low telescope. The traditional name means ‘sharing sky and stars’ in the Wajarri language.
We are looking for field engineers who are looking to make an impact to join the team building the world’s largest low-frequency radio telescope and help shape the future of science from the ground up.
As a Field Engineer with the SKA-Low Maintenance and Deployment Team, you'll play a hands-on role in building and maintaining this groundbreaking facility in the West Australian outback.
Your duties will include:
- As an integrated part of the Maintenance and Deployment Team, work directly with the telescope hardware and software to install and integrate RF, electronic, optical, and signal processing systems.
- Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and contractors to coordinate technical field activities.
- Diagnose and fix issues across RF, electronic, optical, and signal processing systems to commission and maintain the telescope.
- Use your unique insights as a field deployed engineer to drive real improvements in system design, user interfaces, and operating procedures.
Location: Geraldton, Western Australia
Salary: AU$96,811 - AU$109,527 plus 15.4% superannuation (all applicable allowances also provided)
Tenure: Indefinite – Full-Time, Part-Time or Job-Share
Reference: 98654
To be considered you will need:
Essential
- Qualifications: A tertiary degree in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, RF, or a related engineering field (such as Mechatronics, Aerospace, Computer, or Engineering Physics), or equivalent experience gained through academic, industry, government or similar settings.
- Experience: Hands-on experience with RF and mixed-signal systems, including integration or troubleshooting of components like amplifiers, filters, digitisers, or processors.
- Aptitude: Demonstrated ability to systematically identify, diagnose, and resolve issues in complex systems—such as RF chains, signal processing, and control systems.
- Professionalism: A strong commitment to safety and experience working under Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols in technical or field settings.
- Technical reporting and documentation: Proficient in using software applications to log and report faults and work requests, and to retrieve schematics, drawings, and other technical documentation to support effective troubleshooting.
CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for under-represented groups, preference will be given to Indigenous Australian people and women who meet the role criteria.
For Full details about this role, please review the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens or 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.
Flexible working arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect difference, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. We are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with this role being offered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please raise your preference in your application.
Diversity and inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
How to apply
To apply for this role, please apply on-line providing your CV, and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying. Under CSIRO policy, only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed
Applications close
8 JUNE 2025, 11:59pm AWST
CSIRO reserve the right to begin the interview and assessment process at any time during the advertising period.
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
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.
The opportunity
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.
In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.
The Traditional Owners and native title holders, the Wajarri Yamaji, have gifted CSIRO with the traditional name Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, home to the SKA-Low telescope. The traditional name means ‘sharing sky and stars’ in the Wajarri language.
We are looking for field engineers who are looking to make an impact to join the team building the world’s largest low-frequency radio telescope and help shape the future of science from the ground up.
As a Field Engineer with the SKA-Low Maintenance and Deployment Team, you'll play a hands-on role in building and maintaining this groundbreaking facility in the West Australian outback.
Your duties will include:
- As an integrated part of the Maintenance and Deployment Team, work directly with the telescope hardware and software to install and integrate RF, electronic, optical, and signal processing systems.
- Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and contractors to coordinate technical field activities.
- Diagnose and fix issues across RF, electronic, optical, and signal processing systems to commission and maintain the telescope.
- Use your unique insights as a field deployed engineer to drive real improvements in system design, user interfaces, and operating procedures.
Location: Geraldton, Western Australia
Salary: AU$96,811 - AU$109,527 plus 15.4% superannuation (all applicable allowances also provided)
Tenure: Indefinite – Full-Time, Part-Time or Job-Share
Reference: 98654
To be considered you will need:
Essential
- Qualifications: A tertiary degree in Electrical, Electronic, Communications, RF, or a related engineering field (such as Mechatronics, Aerospace, Computer, or Engineering Physics), or equivalent experience gained through academic, industry, government or similar settings.
- Experience: Hands-on experience with RF and mixed-signal systems, including integration or troubleshooting of components like amplifiers, filters, digitisers, or processors.
- Aptitude: Demonstrated ability to systematically identify, diagnose, and resolve issues in complex systems—such as RF chains, signal processing, and control systems.
- Professionalism: A strong commitment to safety and experience working under Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols in technical or field settings.
- Technical reporting and documentation: Proficient in using software applications to log and report faults and work requests, and to retrieve schematics, drawings, and other technical documentation to support effective troubleshooting.
CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for under-represented groups, preference will be given to Indigenous Australian people and women who meet the role criteria.
For Full details about this role, please review the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens or 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.
Flexible working arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.
CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect difference, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. We are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with this role being offered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please raise your preference in your application.
Diversity and inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
Join us and start creating tomorrow today!
How to apply
To apply for this role, please apply on-line providing your CV, and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying. Under CSIRO policy, only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed
Applications close
8 JUNE 2025, 11:59pm AWST
CSIRO reserve the right to begin the interview and assessment process at any time during the advertising period.
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