The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is an independent Commonwealth statutory authority responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications, telecommunications and some online content.
This work underpins our vision for a connected, informed and entertained Australia.
Who we are
The Communications Infrastructure Division manages the planning and availability of radiofrequency spectrum. It manages the issue and renewal of licences for broadcasting, radiocommunications and telecommunications services, in addition to monitoring the compliance of services with technical standards and licence conditions.
The Spectrum Planning and Engineering Branch coordinates and undertakes planning of Australia's radiofrequency spectrum within legislative responsibilities and government policy objectives. The Branch is highly regarded for its professional and engineering expertise and is recognised worldwide by its spectrum management peers. Key areas of focus for the Branch include planning for broadcasting services, satellite communications, wireless broadband services (including 4G and 5G technologies) and other fixed, mobile and radiodetermination services that support a range of consumer, commercial, transport and government applications
The Spectrum Planning Section is responsible for planning, developing and maintaining technical spectrum arrangements and interference management frameworks to support a wide range of terrestrial wireless services, including planning for new services and contributes to international spectrum discussions.
The Broadcast Spectrum Planning Section is responsible for broadcast spectrum planning and technical framework development, responding to TV/Radio reception enquiries and issues and contributes to international broadcast developments.
The Space Systems Section is responsible for spectrum planning and technical framework development and maintenance for space-based communication systems, some band replanning activities, space systems licensing regulation and contributes to international spectrum harmonisation and coordination for space systems.
About the role
As a Spectrum Planning Engineer, you will apply your expertise and technical knowledge across a broad range of engineering projects. The role offers the opportunity to showcase your skills while providing advice on a wide variety of spectrum-related matters. Your work will span the full gamut of radiocommunications services, from low power short range devices to complex systems that support essential services across Australia.
These roles also offer an opportunity for exposure to the international regulatory environment via the agency's involvement in the Radiocommunications Sector of the International Telecommunication Union and the Asia Pacific Telecommunity. If you are interested in working in a dynamic environment as part of a high performing engineering team, this role is for you.
There are multiple Spectrum Planning Engineer positions available at the APS 5 & APS 6 level for qualified people. As a Spectrum Planning Engineer, you will be expected to:
* Undertake technical and regulatory work to support the development of policy and frequency plans for radiocommunications usage in Australia
* Assist in identifying and analysing risks and planning and implementing risk response actions
* Prepare technical/engineering reports and correspondence under limited direction
* Engage in research, technical and engineering studies, including computer-based modelling analysis of radiocommunications systems under limited direction
* Perform technical activities including analysis and identification of interference issues
* Liaise with the community, industry, stakeholders and other government and external agencies.
In addition to the above responsibilities, an APS 6 Spectrum Planning Engineer, will also:
* With limited direction, undertake spectrum planning work of varied complexity to develop, implement and create technical and regulatory solutions using appropriate engineering, technical and regulatory methodologies
* Exercise both initiative and judgement to provide advice and contribute to supporting the strategic direction of the ACMA in the spectrum management area
* Provide technical advice to clients and apply spectrum engineering knowledge to analyse and resolve spectrum planning issues, including preparing relevant strategic advice where appropriate.
To be eligible for employment with ACMA, applicants must be an Australian citizen.
The successful candidate will also be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline level security clearance.
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