Profectus is seeking an experienced Senior RF & Microwave Infrastructure Technician to support the upgrade of emergency radio communications networks within an Australian Government agency.
You will assess sites and install, integrate and maintain RF, microwave and satellite communication systems at locations in Australia and overseas.
The work covers site assessments, installation and commissioning, tuning and calibration, fault resolution and technical documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the identification, design, installation and modification of RF and satellite communication solutions
Gather requirements and contribute to capability and solution design for RF systems
Scope, set up, tune, calibrate and run functional checks on RF devices and software using appropriate test equipment
Integrate hardware and firmware modifications and implement communication systems in line with standards
Investigate and resolve system-wide faults using a range of diagnostic tools, escalating in line with procedures
Reconfigure equipment to work around temporary outages
Specify, evaluate and select RF devices and software, and integrate RF sub-systems into larger systems
Develop, integrate and configure antennas, readers and transmitters
Monitor system performance and recommend equipment changes, upgrades and maintenance schedules
Deploy and install systems at domestic and international sites
Produce high-level designs, maintenance plans and other technical documentation
Keep up to date with RF protocols, regulations and national standards
Follow established safety,



security and quality standards
Required Experience
5+ years of experience in radio communication engineering
Solid understanding of RF and microwave communication systems, including design, testing and optimisation
Hands-on experience installing, tuning, calibrating and maintaining RF equipment
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex RF system faults
Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including high-level designs and maintenance plans
Willingness to travel regularly to geographically dispersed and remote locations for system deployments, maintenance and support
Desirable Experience
Experience supporting government satellite communication projects
Experience deploying or supporting communication systems at overseas sitesExperience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior engineers or field technicians
A Bachelor or Diploma of Engineering in Electronics and/or Communications
Security Clearance Requirements
Must be an Australian Citizen
Must hold a current AGSVA NV2 Security Clearance
Current AGSVA Positive Vetting (PV) Security Clearance is preferred
Working Arrangements
Onsite in Canberra
Regular travel will be required
Why Profectus
Profectus partners with Australian Government agencies to deliver trusted ICT capability across complex delivery programs.
We take a long term, relationship driven approach, supporting our people across the full lifecycle of their engagement while contributing to outcomes of national importance.
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📌 Senior Rf & Microwave Infrastructure Technician (Canberra)
🏢 Profectus
📍 Canberra