Ska-Low Telescope Ram And Logistics Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly skilled and experienced engineers with broad technical expertise in the systems engineering of large high-tech projects. Join an international team and contribute to one of the most significant scientific endeavors. As a key part of the Engineering Performance team, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the quality, standardization, and performance of engineering activities, including Logistic Support Analyses. You will develop policies, monitor KPIs, integrate processes at the SKA-Low telescope, and ensure long-term efficiency.

We are looking for a RAM and Logistics Engineer to support the development of engineering operations for the SKA-Low Telescope. The post-holder will spend an introductory period of up to 3 months in the UK getting up to speed with the project as well as familiarizing themselves with the role's breadth and depth. The role will be based at the telescope site (Geraldton and / or Perth, Australia) until the Operational Readiness Review (ORR), expected in 2029.

As part of the Engineering Performance team, the Telescope RAM and Logistics Engineer will ensure consistency and high standards in engineering operations at the SKA-Low telescope. Responsibilities include developing policies and procedures, defining and tracking KPIs, and improving collaboration and efficiency across multiple locations. You will work closely with the telescope Engineering Operations teams, focusing on technical support, maintenance, and execution. Your role involves optimizing quality, reliability, and efficiency by refining and standardizing processes across all sites.

You will contribute to the overall system engineering effort by developing the Maintenance and Support Plan for the SKA Telescopes, leading RAM and Logistics Engineering efforts. Working with project and design engineers, you will define, plan, and perform RAM and Logistics Support Analyses (LSA) at the telescope level. Additionally, you will help develop an LSA database, a Support Simulation Model, and contribute to creating a Data Module Requirement List (DMRL) and a Common Source Database (CSDB) for the observatory.

This role is offered as a fixed-term contract in Australia for three years, with a possible one-year extension. At the end of the fixed-term period, the role transitions to a permanent position in the UK; the incumbent may opt to relocate to continue in the permanent role. SKAO is committed to an inclusive, flexible working environment, accommodating colleagues' requests while meeting the Observatory's needs.

There may be occasions requiring work across different time zones, with flexible hours supported in line with SKAO policy.

Apply Reliability and Logistics Engineering principles to the SKA telescopes, ensuring effective communication across teams. Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans, guiding colleagues and operational teams towards efficient solutions. Monitor engineering and telescope performance to meet targets for Operational Availability and Cost. Lead failure analysis and problem-solving efforts with operations and project teams for system improvements. Conduct Availability and Maintenance reviews to enhance operational processes, facilities, and equipment. Maintain clear communication among project, management, systems engineering, and product assurance teams. Manage internal and external teams, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards. Produce technical reports with conclusions and recommendations on operational and maintenance issues. Coach and mentor colleagues to grow SKAO Engineering Performance capabilities. Represent SKAO at technical forums, staying informed of industry best practices and advancements. Participate in technical and operational meetings across the Observatory. Support ongoing SKA operations by developing engineering skills and staying current with industry developments. Work with safety teams to ensure safe and secure operations, identifying risks and implementing precautions. Travel nationally and internationally as required. University degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field. Broad technical knowledge of systems engineering for high-tech systems (e.g., large observatories, space systems, telecommunications, military projects). Recognized expertise in RAM and Logistics Engineering, including knowledge of regulations, best practices, and safety standards. Experience with large systems such as radio astronomy observatories or radar systems. Understanding of the financial impacts of reliability and support challenges. Experience in RAM analysis, Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), and Support Simulation Modelling. Excellent organizational skills with delegation and workload management abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to coach and mentor team members. Familiarity with standards like MIL-STD-1388-2B, Def Stan 00-60, ASD S1000D, and IETM / IETP. Membership in a recognized systems engineering institute. Industry experience or a proven record of successful collaboration with industry. Experience developing and executing integrated logistics in high-tech environments. Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Previous work in a radio astronomical observatory or similar large-scale facility. Experience with configuration management software. Proficiency with collaboration tools like Confluence and Jira.

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