Technical Officer Satellite Laser Ranging (SLR)
At Randstad Defence, we’re proud to be partnering with EOS Space Systems who provide solution-driven products and services in the defence, government, and commercial sectors. Specialising in advanced high energy laser and electro-optical capabilities, they offer space object tracking, characterisation, identification, optical communications, and laser directed energy systems
... To be eligible for this role you must be an Australian citizen and be eligible for a security clearance.
About the role:
They are seeking a Satellite Laser Ranging (SLR) Technical Officer to join their team in Canberra supporting operations at the Mt. Stromlo (Canberra) SLR Facility. The role involves supporting all operational and maintenance activities associated with obtaining SLR data and other ancillary data, as well as contributing to the development of the associated software and data management systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading operational activities to ensure a high level of data quality and productivity with minimal supervision.
- Occasionally working independently at night, including remote work.
- Providing technical troubleshooting.
- Assisting with preventative maintenance and servicing of equipment and facility.
- Providing customer technical support.
- Providing routine reporting and data management to clients.
- Supporting development, upgrades, and installation of system facilities applications and procedures.
About You:
This position is suited for individuals who are comfortable with diverse technical challenges and able to quickly learn and operate new equipment and software applications. Ideal candidates should have an interest in satellites, astronomy, aerospace industry activities, and skills in software, electronic, optical, and/or mechanical systems, along with a commitment to excellence, problem solving and automation.
Key Attributes:
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Good general knowledge of computing and networking technologies.
- Strong communication skills, essential for accurately articulating technical problems to engineering verbally or via DevOps.
- Proven ability to work in an operational environment.
- Willingness to work outside normal office hours, including evening or night shifts.
- Self-reliant with demonstrated teamwork experience.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Experience with operational aspects of technical and complex systems
- Demonstrated ability to automate processes
- Basic to intermediate software development skills
- Ability to write technical documents
Desirable:
- Visualisation technologies and user experience improvement;
- Safety-critical software and systems automation;
- Real-time systems.
Ready to Apply?
“Join EOS and help shape the future of defence technology. Apply now through Randstad by clicking “apply now” or send an email to Lorraine Kenny at lorraine.kenny@randstad.com.au
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