- Contribute to one of the world’s largest science projects, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA).
- Join a multidisciplinary team developing cutting-edge photonic systems for astronomy and space science.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
- Base salary range: $116,262 – $ 127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) is a joint venture between Curtin University and The University of Western Australia (UWA), funded by the WA State Government. ICRAR is a leading Australian institution in radio astronomy and a key partner in the international SKA Project. The Astrophotonics Group at ICRAR designs and tests advanced photonic systems for radio and optical astronomy, with a focus on high‑precision signal transfer technologies.
About the opportunity
- Lead configuration management and governance for ICRAR’s optical fibre‑based Frequency Distribution (FRQ) system, including configuration baselines, change control, and ALIM configuration data in line with the SKAO Configuration Management Plan.
- Serve as a standing member of the Configuration Control Board (CCB) and collaborate closely with engineering teams, the SKAO Office, and global partners to ensure configuration integrity, auditability, and international compliance.
- Provide senior project administration, including schedule governance, documentation control and traceability, risk tracking, and contract compliance reporting to support the delivery of a robust, scalable solution.
About you
- Relevant qualification or extensive experience in configuration management, project management or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
- Comprehensive knowledge of configuration control, including change management, configuration baselines, and impact assessments, with experience applying these in large scale and/or global projects.
- Experience with Configuration Management tools, ideally ALIM or similar systems, for managing configuration data and documents.
- Demonstrated ability to lead configuration management for a mission-critical, high-complexity system, with responsibility for configuration integrity, auditability, and compliance with international standards.
- Experience advising senior engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders on configuration, compliance, and change control impacts.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.
Position description: 
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To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Eloise Langston at Eloise.langston@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 5 April 2026 with interviews taking place on 16 April 2026.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
About the University
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