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Position Description:
CGI is currently seeking multiple Network Engineers to join our growing team in Canberra. This role supports and works closely with our Satcom Engineers as part of our expanding Space, Defence & Intelligence (SDI) unit, helping deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing satellite communication capabilities.
CGI is a global leader in mission-critical software systems for the space industry. We work across major European navigation, communication, and earth-observation programmes and specialise in space security and ground control systems.
Our deep expertise in the space sector, combined with our contribution to significant technical advancements, has enabled us to support some of the world's most prestigious space programmes, including Cassini-Huygens, Galileo, Copernicus, Inmarsat 4, MSG, MTG, MTSAT, Rosetta, Skynet, and XMM-Newton. To date, our software and systems have supported missions for more than 200 satellites
Your future duties and responsibilities:
As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure network infrastructure that underpins satellite communication systems. You will work in close collaboration with Satcom Engineers to ensure seamless integration between terrestrial networks and satellite systems within a secure operating environment.
Key responsibilities include:
-Designing, configuring, and maintaining secure network infrastructure supporting Satcom systems
-Supporting satellite ground systems by integrating IP networks with satellite communication platforms
-Performing network analysis, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation across Satcom and IT environments
-Collaborating closely with Satcom Engineers, system engineers, and other cross-functional teams
-Ensuring compliance with Defence and security protocols, standards, and accreditation requirements
-Assisting with system testing, validation, and operational readiness activities
-Preparing and maintaining detailed network and system documentation, including configurations and procedures
-Supporting incident response, fault resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
-Minimum of 1 year's experience in network engineering or communications environments
-Strong understanding of IP networking, routing, switching, and network security principles
-Exposure to satellite communications environments, RF concepts, or ground systems (highly desirable)
-Experience working with network hardware, virtualised environments, and monitoring tools
-Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail
-Ability to work effectively within a team-based, multidisciplinary environment
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Active security clearance, or the ability to obtain one
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