Operations and Maintenance Technician

Welcome to SSC Space (formerly Swedish Space Corporation), the perfect workplace for those passionate about technology in general and space in particular. 
With space organizations, research institutes, institutional and commercial actors as customers, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications, spacecraft consulting services, rocket and balloon systems, and much more.
Located in Mingenew, Western Australia,  SSC Space  operates a Satellite Ground Station facility featuring a multitude of satellite dishes and other high tech space monitoring equipment.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with us to help Earth benefit from space?  
The site hosts equipment from several countries to monitor and track space launches and other space related science. You will be maintaining this equipment using your RF, mechanical, and electronics experience and skills.
Working in a close knit team, you will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects related to the activities at their satellite earth station. This is a hands-on role encompassing the operation and maintenance of their state of the art satellite communications systems as well as general site maintenance.
The company provides specialized competence in design, test, launch and operation of space and air systems. The technical team at this site maintains and operates equipment to support satellite launches and ongoing satellite missions at five remote stations around the globe. Each station is a critical contributor to the global services provided by a continually growing number of stations around the world.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for maintaining ground systems and the site status. As an operations and maintenance technician you will also ensure timely and accurate entry of maintenance data into the maintenance tracking system as well as analysis of maintenance statistics to support highly reliable service delivery.
In the future, there is the possibility to travel to international remote sites to assist with maintenance, provide operational support and help with new equipment installation. Travel to international sites include Thailand, Japan, and Sweden. Other sites may be necessary as the ground system grows.
Duties:

• Maintenance of antennas and associated equipment.
• Participate in weekly Work Order reviews
• Maintenance system administrative work
• Assist in launch support and satellite orbit raising
• Assist at remote sites with equipment installations
• Equipment trouble shooting
• New equipment implementation
• Documentation and record keeping

Requirements

You are proactive and committed to providing excellent support to customers, with a genuine interest in developing your understanding of the technical aspects of ground station equipment. You can work autonomously and under pressure, and you have excellent communication skills. Australian Citizenship is required for this position.
Minimum Essential Requirements:

• Initiative and commitment to provide excellent support to our customers
• Mechanical Skills
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic test equipment
• Desire and ability to learn the technical aspects of ground station equipment
• Ability to work at heights up to 15-meters, including operating elevated working platforms
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons
• Flexibility to adjust schedule to work nights and weekends when required.
• Availability to travel at short notice
• Ability to follow and enforce safe work practices
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other common applications
• Current motor vehicle driver's license
• Australian Citizenship
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation

  Helpful Skills:

• Knowledge of RF test and measurement
• Communications equipment experience
• Prior ground station or teleport work experience
• Understanding of RF communications systems (eg. satellite communications, ham radio, etc)
• Skills with IT and network equipment, to include the Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Multilingual
• Relevant Trade, Military or University qualifications
• The successful applicant will be expected to enhance and grow skills across a broad range of activities.

Benefits

WE OFFER YOU 

• A unique opportunity to contribute to a wide range of projects and play an active role in the international space industry.
• An excellent opportunity for personal and career development.
• An exciting, international workplace characterized by an open atmosphere and proud employees all over the world. 

LOCATION
This is a full-time position based at our station in Mingenew, Western Australia. Most of the team car pool from either Geraldton or Dongara in WA each day. 

FURTHER INFORMATION
For questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact: Hiring Manager Maarten Plug, Ground Systems Manager: 0478 600 839 (leave a message if he is unable to answer). 

NEXT STEP
This is a great opportunity for existing satellite tech's or RF tech's looking to upskill into the space industry, so apply now. We review applications continuously and will conduct interviews throughout the process.
You can submit your application up until 2026-09-13, which is the latest possible date for consideration. Please note, however, that the position may be filled before this date, and the advertisement may therefore close earlier. This allows us to manage the process efficiently and give each application the attention it deserves.
When applying, please include your CV. While you are welcome to include a brief personal note or letter, our evaluation will primarily focus on your skills and qualifications as outlined in your CV, ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process. 
This position requires approved pre-employment screening, these controls are based on the role that you will fulfill within the company. 

We help Earth benefit from Space
SSC Space is a leading global provider of advanced space services, with more than 50 years of experience. We help space organizations, research institutes, commercial and institutional actors from all over the world to get access to space.
With local presence on all continents and about 800 committed employees, we offer specialist expertise in satellite communications and satellite control services, spacecraft operations, rocket and balloon systems, launch services and flight test services, as well as engineering, operations and consultancy services for space missions. 
 We help Earth benefit from Space. Learn more at sscspace.com