LIGO Laboratory Technician
LIGO Laboratory Technician
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Job Description
Posting Description
LIGO Laboratory Technician Kavli Institute for Astrophysics-Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) Group to manage its on-campus laboratories and facilities and assist with technical aspects of the various research and development projects of the group. These projects typically involve precision mechanical electro-mechanical and/or optical-mechanical assemblies and high- and ultra-vacuum systems. There will also be opportunities to travel to the LIGO sites in Washington and Louisiana to help with activities involving the LIGO detectors (instrument assembly installation and testing). Operate and maintain high- and ultrahigh-vacuum systems. Responsibilities will include preparing mechanical and optical equipment for in-vacuum use; precision mechanical assembly alignment and testing of complex instruments typically in a clean room environment; assist in the development of new components for the LIGO detectors; assist in the design construction and setup of research projects in the LIGO labs; maintain the infrastructure in the LIGO labs (mechanical optical and laser labs) including clean room enclosures and clean room support equipment.
Job Requirements
Bachelors degree in a technical field (e.g. mechanics or electronics); Three years of related work experience; including two years of experience with high- and ultrahigh- vacuum systems and vacuum contamination control; Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawings and technical specifications and assembly instructions and test procedures; Must be able to lift 20 or more pounds.
PREFERRED: Experience in scientific instrument design and assembly; Skills in precision manual machining using drill press bandsaw milling machines and metalworking lathes; Experience with basic troubleshooting of electrical instrumentation; Experience with laser systems
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
