Synchronisation and Timing (SAT) Electronic Engineer

Big Science Sweden; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is seeking a SAT Electronic Engineer for a 2-year fixed-term role at the SKAO Global Headquarters in Cheshire, UK. The engineer will help deliver Synchronisation and Timing sub-systems for next-generation radio telescopes being constructed in South Africa and Australia. Responsibilities include collaborating with project and design teams to ensure system performance according to SKAO standards. Join us in this groundbreaking project at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic engineering, especially in synchronization and timing systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project management and design teams.
• Familiarity with standards in telescope design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Synchronisation and Timing sub-systems for radio telescopes.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and Design Authority.
• Provide support for subsystem performance and compliance.

Job description

Synchronisation and Timing (SAT) Electronic Engineer

Datum: 15 maj, 2026 Tid: 11:59

Placering: SKAO

Mer information

We are looking for a SATElectronic Engineer to help deliver theSynchronisation and Timingsub-systems for a next-generation radio telescope currently being built in South Africa and Australia.

The Role

The SAT Electronic Engineer will join a dedicated Product Delivery Team (PDT) focused on the delivery of a Timing and Frequency system for both the SKA-Mid and SKA-Low Telescopes. The Electronic Engineer will work in collaboration with the PDT Project Manager and the Design Authority, plus others dedicated to the team. The successful candidate will act as a key support for the Synchronisation and Timing Design Authority, working with contractors to guarantee the required performance of the subsystem following the SKAO standards and best practices.

Reporting to the Domain Specialist Team Lead, the SAT Electronic Engineer may also be requested to provide support and expertise for other related areas of the SKA Telescope design and construction.

The role is a 2-year fixed-termand will be based at the SKAO Global Headquarters at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory in Cheshire, UK.