Job description
Senior Satellite Comms Engineering
Contract duration - 12-month contract with potential extension
Location of work - ACT
Working arrangements - Onsite
Security Clearance - Active NV2 clearance required
DFP Recruitment is currently looking for a skilled Senior Satellite Communications Engineer to support a Federal Government client. The position focuses on the design, deployment, and ongoing support of satellite communication systems, covering both established GEO platforms and next-generation NGSO technologies.
Role responsibilities
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Deepika at dbhasin@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Contract duration - 12-month contract with potential extension
Location of work - ACT
Working arrangements - Onsite
Security Clearance - Active NV2 clearance required
DFP Recruitment is currently looking for a skilled Senior Satellite Communications Engineer to support a Federal Government client. The position focuses on the design, deployment, and ongoing support of satellite communication systems, covering both established GEO platforms and next-generation NGSO technologies.
Role responsibilities
- Proven experience (5+ years) in satellite communications engineering, including both GEO and NGSO environments.
- Solid knowledge of RF and microwave systems, encompassing design, testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation activities.
- Experience in designing and delivering high-availability WAN services, including satellite-based solutions that provide robust and resilient connectivity across remote and distributed sites.
- Capability to develop clear and comprehensive technical documentation, such as high-level design documents and maintenance strategies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
- Preparedness to travel frequently to Posts and remote locations to support deployment, maintenance, and operational requirements.
- Background in supporting satellite communications initiatives within government or defence environments.
- Ability to mentor junior engineers or provide technical leadership to field support teams.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or contact Deepika at dbhasin@dfp.com.au
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
