Satellite Communications Engineer

6 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Talent Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Satellite Communications Engineer | GEO & NGSO Systems | Satellite Modernisation Project

  • Location: Canberra, ACT (Onsite)
  • Clearance: NV2 Security Clearance (Mandatory)
  • Contract Length: 12 months + 2 x 12-months extensions (Based on the discretion of the Department)

About The Position
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Satellite Communications Engineer to support the Satellite Modernisation Project, a multi-year initiative to uplift our client's global satellite infrastructure. This program is transitioning legacy Geostationary Orbit (GEO) systems to modern Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) technologies, enabling secure, high-performance, and resilient communications for global operations.

The role will involve end-to-end design, deployment, and maintenance of satellite communication systems across our client's Posts worldwide, working closely with technical, cyber assurance, and regional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities Of The Position

  • Design, implement, and maintain GEO and NGSO satellite communication systems.
  • Support high-level design, technology investigations, and deployment planning.
  • Integrate high-performance, low-maintenance satellite terminals across global Posts.
  • Contribute to the deployment of NGSO capabilities at pilot sites.
  • Maintain and support high-risk GEO locations.
  • Produce high-quality technical documentation, including HLDs and maintenance plans.
  • Collaborate with architecture, cyber, and regional technical teams.
  • Provide onsite support, including international and remote travel for deployment and maintenance.

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor or Diploma in Electronics/Communications Engineering.
  • 5+ years' experience in satellite communications engineering (GEO + NGSO).
  • Strong knowledge of RF and microwave communication systems – design, testing, optimisation.
  • Experience in WAN services and satellite-based connectivity across global locations.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to international/remote locations.

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience supporting government or defence satellite communications projects.
  • Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers/field technicians.

Why join our client?

  • Be at the forefront of a critical global satellite transformation initiative.
  • Work with emerging NGSO technologies and advanced RF engineering solutions.
  • Opportunity to deliver mission-critical communications in remote and high-security environments.

To showcase your interest for the position, click on 'APPLY' on our website or for any further information, please contact Sanat Anmadwar on We look forward to seeing how your expertise can help us achieve excellence

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