Senior SATCOM RF Technician - Defence Project (Canberra)

RTX (Raytheon); Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) is seeking a Field Technician to provide operational maintenance support for SATCOM terminals and rack-based RF equipment at HMAS Harman, Canberra. This role is on-site and requires senior technical expertise, with training provided to enable independent work.

The successful candidate will have a Trade Certificate IV in Communications or Electronic Engineering, at least three years of post-qualification experience, and eligibility for NV-1 security clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with SATCOM or satellite communications systems is essential.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Able to operate in a defence environment and maintain security clearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and off-site maintenance for SATCOM SPO assets.
• Support configuration management for mission systems.
• Assist with warehouse and supply activities for spares and test equipment.
• Ensure governance and ITAR compliance in all tasks.
• Prepare routine maintenance reports and logs.
• Be a rostered member of 24/7 on-call support.

Skills

SATCOM systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Trade Certificate III/IV in Communications or Electronic Engineering

Tools

SATCOM equipment

Job description

RTX (Raytheon) is seeking a Field Technician to provide operational maintenance support for SATCOM terminals and rack-based RF equipment at HMAS Harman, Canberra. This role is on-site and requires senior technical expertise, with training provided to enable independent work.

The successful candidate will have a Trade Certificate IV in Communications or Electronic Engineering, at least three years of post-qualification experience, and eligibility for NV-1 security clearance.