Overview
This is an ASKAP Electronics Engineer Lead role with CSIRO based in Geraldton, WA, AU. Role highlights and context are provided to support the work at the Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, including leadership of a small technical team and collaborating across electronic systems for ASKAP.
About CSIRO and the Australia Telescope National Facility (ATNF) are described to provide context for the role and its connection to the SKA project and related astronomical instrumentation.
Role details
Location: Geraldton, WA, with routine deployments to the Murchison site (350 km north-east). Tenure: indefinite, full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE). Salary: AU$118K – AU$127K per annum (pro-rata for part-time) plus 15.4% superannuation, with remote area allowances applicable on deployment. Role involves occasional travel to CSIRO ATNF sites and working in a remote observatory environment. This position supports the operation, commissioning and maintenance of ASKAP electronic systems and may involve direct supervision of a small technical team.
Role type: Lead role with technical leadership responsibilities and hands-on electronics work, focusing on radio frequency and digital signal processing hardware as part of the ASKAP telescope operations.
Key responsibilities
* Provide high-level engineering support for ASKAP electronic systems, including radio frequency and digital signal processing hardware.
* Support the operation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of observatory electronic systems across the ASKAP telescope.
* Under direction of the ASKAP Team Leader, provide technical leadership and supervision to a small team delivering commissioning and maintenance activities.
* Plan, schedule and coordinate maintenance programs, including budgeting and prioritisation of work to support reliable telescope operations.
* Ensure the availability and effective management of electronic spares, consumables and laboratory facilities to minimise operational downtime.
* Maintain accurate records including fault reporting, preventative maintenance documentation, engineering drawings and test and repair procedures.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, management, clients, contractors and observatory visitors.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including health, safety and environmental practices, and undertake regular travel to the ASKAP observatory site.
Qualifications and experience
* Engineers Australia-accredited four-year electronic/electrical engineering qualification plus work experience at the level of Professional Engineer.
* Demonstrated understanding and practical skills in analogue and digital electronics systems relevant to radio astronomical operations, with specialization in either low-noise RF electronics or high-speed digital processing electronics including FPGA-based systems.
* Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to apply professional engineering judgement in commissioning, maintaining and designing/upgrading electronics systems from board level to system level.
* Ability to lead a small technical team with diverse backgrounds and skill levels; capability to work in a remote area for extended periods.
* Strong communication skills to interpret and prepare circuit diagrams, technical specifications, drawings and reports; effective written and interpersonal communication with the team, management and external stakeholders.
* Commitment to safe work practices, environmental sustainability and equity and diversity.
* Current drivers license and willingness to travel to other CSIRO ATNF sites; ability to work at heights.
Desirable/notes
Full details about the role and criteria are available in the Position Description. We recognise multiple pathways to developing skills and can consider appointments at different levels depending on experience.
Application
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment is subject to a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
How to apply
Please apply online with a CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum 2 pages) demonstrating motivation and ability to meet the requirements of the role. Applications close 8 March 2026, 11:00 pm AEDT. We may withdraw the ad prior to the closing date if required.
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