CareerPlan

Systems Engineer

Perth, Western AustraliaFull-time$121k–$132k2026-11-07 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Develop and refine architecture, requirements, interfaces, and design baselines for the SKA-Mid Frequency Distribution System, supporting the world's largest radio telescope.

Role type

Senior Systems Engineer (Astronomy/RF)

Builds

SKA-Mid Frequency Distribution System components and integration

Domain

Radio Astronomy / Optical Fibre Networks / Frequency Transfer

Required skills

Systems engineering lifecycle principles, Requirements management, Interface management, RAMS analysis, FMEA, System modelling (SysML/Visio), Requirements management platforms (JAMA), Technical writing, System integration and testing

Preferred skills

Experience with optical fibre networks, Frequency transfer technologies, Astronomical instrumentation

Technologies

Cameo Systems Modeler, Microsoft Visio, JAMA, Optical fibre networks

Responsibilities

Develop and refine system architecture and design baselines, Lead requirements engineering and trade studies, Conduct risk and RAMS analyses, Produce specifications and interface control documents, Collaborate on system integration and testing, Resolve complex technical issues across multidisciplinary teams