Engineering Officer

About the Project

UTS has established a new research centre, the National Telecom Resilience Centre (NTRC), which will address critical gaps in Australia's telecommunications resilience, focusing on the Triple Zero emergency call system and broader network resilience. 

Leveraging UTS Tech Lab's RF chamber and collaborative partnerships to provide a Controlled Test Facility (CTF), the NTRC will conduct biannual cross-network testing campaigns, develop testing protocols, and engage in research to influence regulatory frameworks and industry standards. This initiative directly responds to the 2023 Optus Outage Review and will position UTS as a leader in telecom resilience research and innovation.

In addition to the CTF, the NTRC is building a Resilience Research Network (RRN) to enable research into network resilience and mechanisms to enhance the ability of networks to detect and react to failures. The RRN will be co-located with the CTF, but with separate infrastructure.

Detailed Description

About the role 

The Engineering Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the operations of the state-of-the-art Controlled Test Facility (CTF) and Resilience Research Network (RRN) aimed at enhancing the resilience and interoperability of Australia's Triple Zero emergency call ecosystem, as well as overall network resilience. This position is integral to the execution of the strategic vision set forth by the Director, CTF, contributing to both the technical and research initiatives that will position the facility as an internationally recognized centre of excellence in telecommunications resilience. The CTF & RRN will be  key facilities within the NTRC in the Faculty of Engineering & IT (FEIT).

The Engineering Officer will have close and frequent contact with industry partners, primarily the Mobile Network Operators (MNO), in order to facilitate the smooth integration and operation of equipment from different network suppliers. A key area of focus will be to ensure the reliability and security of the connectivity within the CTF and to offsite equipment, and compliance with the requirements of the MNOs. The Engineering Officer will be expected to assist with the preparation for each test campaign including agreement with the stakeholders and enhancements required to the CTF, as well as the  execution of test campaigns in line with the project plan agreed with relevant stakeholders. 

The Resilience Research Network is being built to enable manipulation of various layers of the 4G and 5G network stack and operation. The ability of the networks to detect and recover from faults, as well as the device behaviour under different scenarios will be examined. The RRN is being built to intentionally break functions required for a resilient network.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Solid experience in network operations, network testing, network software development, support engineering, or a similar role within the telecommunications (preferred) or IT industry

• Proven experience in mobile networks (4G and 5G).

• Familiarity and experience working with Nokia or Ericsson mobile network equipment, Cisco, Juniper or other network equipment desirable

• Experience in setting up and managing IP and fibre networks, Linux servers and container environments (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience with Linux, programming (C and Python) and database constructs highly desirable;

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, including deploying and managing resources.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data.

• Must be inquisitive and self-guided to develop innovative solutions to problems.

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Equivalent experience and qualifications will be considered

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, JNCIA, CISSP, RHCSA, CKA, etc) are desirable.

• Australian Citizenship or PR required

Why Join Us?

• Be part of groundbreaking initiatives that are transforming the way telecommunications infrastructure is managed.

• Work on a high-profile project in collaboration with network operators and the telecommunications industry.

• Collaborate with world-class researchers at the UTS Telecommunications Research Institute and UTS Tech Lab.

• Contribute to a diverse and innovative research environment at UTS, recognized for its commitment to STEM diversity and indigenous engineering participation.

Remuneration

Base Salary Range: $122,640 to $139,674 pa (HEW 8)

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. 

This position is full-time and an appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 3 years. 

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits, including flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

How To Apply

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Please include the following in your application:

1. Current CV

2. Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria in the position description, found on page 6 

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes reference IRC344021 and your name.

Specific enquiries or issues with the application process may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at ***********@uts.edu.au

Closing Date: Monday 24 August 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Applicants must have existing working rights in Australia valid for the duration of the appointment. 

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.