- Canberra, Adelaide
- Applications close 15 July
- The salary range for this role is $102,072 - $111,701
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
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Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
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Investing in science and technology
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Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.
Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
The Australian Space Agency was established on 1 July 2018 to coordinate civil space matters across government and support the growth and transformation of Australia’s space industry. Our strategic vision for the Australian space sector is a globally responsible and respected sector that lifts the broader economy and inspires and improves the lives of Australians.
The Agency’s National Space Safety Office ensures that civil uses of space are safe, secure and uphold the national interest. The Office develops, maintains and implements a fit-for-purpose regulatory framework that adapts to current and emerging space activities complemented by space monitoring functions to provide situational awareness of space objects and events. The office engages extensively to ensure the regulatory and monitoring practices are aligned with national and international norms, guidelines and treaty obligations.
The Space Monitoring team delivers and operates systems that monitor space objects and events relevant to Australia’s interests. The team works across engineering, operations and external engagement, integrating data, technology and analysis to provide timely, reliable advice and reporting about space events relevant to Australian government stakeholders. The work involves close collaboration with industry, academia and domestic and international government partners.
We are seeking a Senior Space Monitoring Officer (APS6) to play a key role in shaping and delivering Australia’s space monitoring capability, contributing to responsible utilisation of space. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, operations and analysis, contributing to nationally significant outcomes in a rapidly evolving international environment.
Full-time or Part-time (80% or more). Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
In this role you will contribute to meaningful national outcomes, work with leading experts across government, industry and academia, and build your expertise in space monitoring, data analysis and strategic policy. You will gain experience operating and improving monitoring systems, engaging nationally and internationally, and influencing the future development of Australia’s space monitoring capability.
Our ideal candidate brings strong analytical and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work across technical, strategic and operational contexts. You will have a strong understanding of space activities and be able to translate complex space scenarios into clear, practical advice for a wide range of stakeholders. You will demonstrate consistent delivery of high quality outcomes in data analysis, strategy development and delivery. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who are curious, organised and motivated to deliver high-quality outcomes in a collaborative environment.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
As the Senior Space Monitoring Officer, you will:
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Support the development and implementation of strategic space monitoring initiatives.
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Utilise monitoring systems to provide situational awareness of Australian space objects and relevant space events.
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Undertake deeper analysis to identify trends and provide data-driven insights.
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Improve space monitoring processes, procedures and data analysis systems.
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Contribute to understanding legislation, regulations, international treaty obligations and guidance relevant to space monitoring.
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Analyse national and international space monitoring capabilities.
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Engage with national and international stakeholders on shared space monitoring interests.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate qualifications in Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering or a relevant equivalent.
To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
This position requires a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
There are many policy, strategy, development, operational and engagement aspects to the Space Monitoring program, requiring team members to be flexible, versatile and multi-skilled. Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in one or more of the following will be highly valued for this role:
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Understanding of space operations
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Understanding of space treaties, legislation and policy
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Experience in design and implementation of space-related policy and/or strategy
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Experience in data analysis to support monitoring of space operations
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Experience in engagement of research and technology sectors
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Adelaide or Canberra based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 1000 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
You may use AI tools to support your application. However, all content must be accurate, authentic, and reflect your own capability in line with APS merit principles. For further guidance, please refer to the APSC’s Principles for candidate use of AI in recruitment.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact [email protected] or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Brendan Beahan on 0460 882 566 or via email on [email protected]
