Electronics Engineer II

Charlottesville, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description: Position SummaryThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented Central Development Laboratory (CDL) at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is the largest engineering team in the US dedicated to the development of radio astronomy technology. The CDL is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration and has the mission to develop state-of-the-art technology for use in radio telescopes used by the international scientific community. The CDL seeks an Electronics Engineer to join the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) projects Photonics Group responsible for the fiber optic and laser-based microwave photonic equipment deployed at the You Will be DoingUnder broad assignment and guidance of a senior engineer you will be responsible for the carrying out and assisting in engineering diagnosis analysis and maintenance of photonics systems and components. Specifically you will work with programmers and scientists to identify and solve problems remotely on fielded photonics and microwave photonics equipment at the ALMA site. You will review and execute necessary repair and maintenance on various photonics modules and complex assemblies (including fiber lasers photonic amplifiers and receivers optical switching equipment optical line-length correctors microwave photonic reference generators etc.). Responsibilities also include recommendations coordination and assisting in decisions on such aspects as design procurement manufacture assembly test and some degree of initial operation of new systems. Managing spares inventory and related databases would be another EnvironmentWork is mission driven team oriented and typically performed in an office/lab setting within a research or development environment. The selected candidate may be occasionally required to work outdoors and at high You Are: You have a Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering Engineering Physics or similarYou have at least one year of experience and/or training in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experienceYou are knowledgeable on Analog electrical circuit design implementation troubleshooting and testing. Experience with Digital circuits (CPLD FPGA) a plusYou have test and troubleshooting experience in either analog RF or photonic circuits (transmitters detectors amplifiers modulators) experience with RF over fiber or telecom is to detail is critical for youYou are highly organizedYou have excellent communication skillsAdditional RequirementObservatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this Rewards: Associated Universities Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees overall well-being and career strives to attract and retain dedicated highly qualified competent and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for which may affect starting pay and level may include; education experience skills competencies other qualifications of the successful candidate as well as internal equity and labor market :AUIs benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days additional time off for doctor/dentist visits and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUIs retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental tax-deferred plan for employee retirement Instructions: Select the Apply button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement please visit If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process you may submit your request by sending an email to PM20

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