Radio Frequency Technologist

The Company

A high-impact government-backed organisation at the forefront of national communications security and innovation is seeking an experienced Radio Frequency Technologist to support critical infrastructure projects. With strong funding and ongoing investment in cutting-edge RF and satellite communications systems, the team is expanding to meet increased capability demands. This is an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to systems used across the defence and intelligence sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Design system components using industry-standard modelling tools and techniques
• Develop detailed specifications and multiple design views to address stakeholder needs
• Simulate and prototype system behaviours for technical validation
• Resolve system-wide faults using advanced diagnostic methods
• Configure and reconfigure RF systems to optimise performance and availability
• Select and integrate RF devices in compliance with project requirements
• Define communication protocols for RF transmission
• Participate in functional and design reviews and contribute to test planning
• Create detailed test cases, scripts, and automate repeatable test processes
• Conduct exploratory testing and defect analysis to validate system functionality
• Support knowledge-sharing and mentoring within the technical team

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Proven experience in RF hardware design and configuration
• Sound understanding of systems engineering documentation and processes
• Strong skills in test case creation, automation, and structured exploratory testing
• Experience with satellite communications (desirable)
• Knowledge of ARPANSA RF standards (desirable)
• Electrical Trade Certificate (desirable)
• Familiarity with RF over IP technologies (desirable)
• Effective communicator and proactive team contributor
• Ability to work onsite full-time in a secure environment
• Must hold Positive Vetting security clearance

Why Join?

• Work within a close-knit, technically sophisticated team delivering vital national capability.
• Benefit from mentorship by subject matter experts in RF technologies.
• Contribute to groundbreaking communications projects with real-world impact.
• Enjoy a role that encourages skill-sharing, continuous learning, and hands-on system integration.
• Be part of a stable and respected workplace with a long-term pipeline of exciting work.

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