Senior technical officerAstronomy

SKA-Low Senior Technical Officer

CSIRO

Geraldton or Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Stored deadline: Sep 27, 2026

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Job Description

Provide technical leadership for installation, commissioning and operation of the SKA-Low radio telescope. The role develops maintenance strategies, diagnostic methods and technical standards across RF, electronics, optical and signal-processing systems. Based in Geraldton or Perth, the appointment includes a four-day-on, three-day-off fly-in/fly-out roster to the Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory. Geraldton appointments may be indefinite; Perth appointments are for three years.

Applications close on 27 September 2026 at 23:00 AEST, with earlier closure possible if a suitable candidate is found.

Requirements

  • Engineering degree or equivalent specialist experience
  • advanced troubleshooting and technical leadership. Australian/New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency required
  • medical clearance and a C-class driving licence or ability to obtain one within six months.

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