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Communications Engineer

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-26 → 2026-09-30

Core

Lead HF system design analysis, performance evaluation, and integration for enhanced Defence communications capability.

Role type

Senior IC Communications Engineer (HF Systems)

Builds

HF communication systems and subsystems for Defence

Domain

Defence / Military Communications

Required skills

HF system design, system analysis, performance evaluation, engineering documentation, subsystem integration, verification and validation, technical risk oversight

Preferred skills

Defence project delivery experience, knowledge of Defence policy and legislation, multidisciplinary team collaboration

Technologies

One Defence Capability System (ODCS), ASDEFCON suite

Responsibilities

Lead HF system design analysis and performance evaluation; Review engineering drawings, schematics, and contractor deliverables; Develop and maintain design reports, test procedures, and engineering documentation; Support subsystem integration, verification, validation, and troubleshooting; Contribute technical advice to design reviews and engineering governance activities; Exercise engineering delegation and maintain oversight of technical risks

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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