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Space Test Facilities Engineer
2018-03-27 00:24:44| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Classification Senior Manager 1 Salary package 109,432 114,744 per annum plus 17 superannuation Term Continuing Contingent Funded The ANU College of Science CoS comprises the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Research School of Biology, the Research School of Chemistry, the Research School of Earth Science, the Fenner School of Environment and Society, the Mathematical Sciences Institute, the Research School of Physics and Engineering, and the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science conduct research and delivers a researchled education program that encompasses the entire breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by worldclass facilities. The College has a strong tradition of research excellence that has fostered distinguished Nobel Laureates and Kyoto Prize winners and that trains scientific leaders in disciplines in which the ANU is consistently ranked in the top twenty in the world. The Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre AITC at the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics RSAA has highlevel engineering and scientific teams that develop innovative stateoftheart instrumentation for astronomy, space applications, laser communications and advanced materials. The AITC is participating in the billiondollar international Giant Magellan Telescope project, as well as supporting development and upgrades of existing RSAA telescopes and building instruments for international partners. The AITC offers endtoend professional services and capability for the design, manufacture, integration and test of precision instrumentation and complex systems. The AITC Program requires a highlevel engineer to manage highly specialized equipment and space test facilities. This position aims to provide technical expertise for management, maintenance and improvements of space test facilities including expert advice to external stakeholders on space test requirements, integration and testing of complex astronomical and space equipment. Under the broad direction of the Technical Program Manager, the Space Test Facilities Manager provides daytoday operational management and support for the AITC facilities, including specialised advice to project teams. Space Test Facilities Manager is required to liaise with external clients and stakeholders, prepare services quotes and tender bids, and maintain positive relationships with external organisations. A close working relationship is required with engineers in Mechanical, Optical, Electronics, Software and Detector areas. The Space Test Facilities Manager will also be expected to maintain an up to date knowledge of awareness of stateoftheart technology in the field and may be required to function in a matrix project management structure under the daily direction of project managers. For further details please contact Professor Anna Moore P 02 6125 4724 or E Anna.Mooreanu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via indigenous.employmentanu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit httpsservices.anu.edu.auhumanresourcesrespectinclusion Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae CV which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees preferably including a current or previous supervisor. If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. Other documents, if required. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.
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