Satellite CommunicationsNetwork Engineer (SATCOM)

Canberra - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

12 12 12-month contract with a premier Commonwealth agency
Negative Vetting 2 Security Clearance Required
Lead the transitioning from legacy Geostationary Orbit systems to modern Non-Geostationary Orbit technologies

We are seeking an experienced Satellite Communications Engineer to support a major multi-year satellite modernisation initiative. This program is designed to upgrade and future-proof critical satellite communications infrastructure improving performance resilience and reliability across geographically dispersed sites.

You will contribute to the design deployment and optimisation of both legacy Geostationary Orbit (GEO) and emerging Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) technologies ensuring secure high-availability communications that underpin essential government operations. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting-edge communications platforms while making a direct impact on mission-critical services.

Key Responsibilities:

Design implement and maintain satellite communication systems (GEO and NGSO)
Integrate high-performance low-maintenance satellite terminals
Deploy NGSO capabilities to pilot and production sites
Provide maintenance and support for high-risk GEO locations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable secure and scalable connectivity
Produce technical documentation for both technical and executive stakeholders

Key Experience and Skills:

Minimum 5 years experience in satellite communications engineering including GEO and NGSO technologies
Strong knowledge of RF and microwave communication systems (design testing optimisation)
Experience in planning and delivering high-availability WAN services including satellite-based solutions
Proven ability to develop high-quality technical documentation (designs maintenance plans reports)
Strong collaboration and communication skills with geographically dispersed teams
Ability and willingness to travel to remote sites for deployment maintenance and support

Security Requirements:

Applicants must hold an active Negative Vetting 2 Security Clearance (or higher) to be considered.

How to Apply:

If youre ready to bring your satellite engineering expertise to a significant Commonwealth initiative wed love to hear from you! Apply by Friday 9 January 2026 Applications received after the deadline may still be considered for future opportunities.

For further information or to discuss this opportunity please contact us on email quoting job ID: 35918.

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Job Description12 12 12-month contract with a premier Commonwealth agencyNegative Vetting 2 Security Clearance Required Lead the transitioning from legacy Geostationary Orbit systems to modern Non-Geostationary Orbit technologiesWe are seeking an experienced Satellite Communications Engineer to su...