• Join a high‑performing engineering team improving national air navigation infrastructure
• Permanent Role with WFH options
• Salary starting from $165,000 + 14% Super
• Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne or Adelaide

The Organisation  

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of air traffic services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations. This team keep’s Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism. 

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful.  We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset, and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry. 

The Role & The Team:

As a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the ongoing support, management and enhancement of Airservices’ mission‑critical telecommunications infrastructure. This includes satellite and microwave systems, long‑haul links, IP network components, and the broader communications backbone that enables safe air navigation and aviation rescue fire‑fighting operations across Australia.

You will lead investigations into system issues, deliver corrective actions, improve performance and reliability, and ensure compliance with CASA, ICAO and internal technical and safety standards. You’ll contribute to new system design, lead and review test plans, develop technical documentation, and provide professional engineering advice across the organisation.

The Network Services team is known for its strong technical capability and deep commitment to operational excellence. People enjoy working in this team because of its collaborative culture, exposure to advanced technologies, and the critical role it plays in keeping Australia’s skies safe. The team takes pride in delivering reliable, high‑quality telecommunications services that support national aviation operations every day.

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The Person:

You are a proactive telecommunications engineer who thrives in complex technical environments and is comfortable working under limited direction. You bring strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a deep commitment to safety and quality. You enjoy solving technical problems, improving systems, and working collaboratively with engineers, technicians, project teams and external vendors.

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated experience supporting complex telecommunications systems, including satellite, microwave, or IP networks
• Strong capability in systems engineering, including change control, requirements analysis, and lifecycle documentation
• Ability to analyse performance, troubleshoot system defects, and implement corrective actions in safety‑critical environments
• Practical experience preparing and reviewing specifications, test plans, procedures and technical documentation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations and project stakeholders
• Sound judgement, problem‑solving skills and the ability to work with autonomy in high‑responsibility environments

Security

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen as an ASIC is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Should you require any further information please contact Neethu Stephen – Talent Advisor at Neethuana.Stephen@airservicesaustralia.com

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Thursday 09th April 2026 at 11:55PM

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