Electronics Engineer III

Position Description:Position SummaryThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. Associated Universities Inc. (AUI) is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates the NRAO under a cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation. The Observatory is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration operating state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. The Observatory has been instrumental in the study of black holes galaxies and the early NRAO we are recruiting a Front End Electronics Engineer preferred location for the position will be based at Albuquerque BP office. Selected candidate my have the option for a hybrid (remote and in office) You Will be Doing:Assist with design development construction and documentation of cryogenically cooled receivers ambient-temperature electronics and integrated receiver test with procurement and testing of microwave polarizers couplers amplifiers cables and in regular Front End design development and future maintenance duties may be assigned for all positions based on the applicants skills and the Observatorys EnvironmentWork is mission driven team oriented and typically performed in an office setting within a research or development environment. The successful candidate may occasionally be required to work outdoors or climb on antenna to heights greater than 40 feet above the ground. Occasionally be required to lift and carry heavy lab equipment (up to 40 pounds) for relocation or installation of test apparatus and to squat kneel or crawl to reach electrical/physical connections in tight spaces behind racks or under lab benches. Candidate may be required to travel domestically and internationally by air carrier and to travel by car between NRAO You Are:EducationBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Applied Physics or a closely related not required a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or closely related field is of three years of experience in design manufacture and/or maintenance and repair of some or all the following technical areas: receiver systems microwave antennas and feeds local oscillators and microwave/RF mixers and not required five or more years of experience in technical areas as described above is and CompetenciesAttention to detail is criticalHighly organizedExcellent communication skillsGood documentation skills with high level of competency in Microsoft 365Good problem-solving skillsAbility to work well in a team environmentA strong foundation in electrical or electronics engineeringKnowledge of RF analog and digital circuit design along with specific test and measurement techniquesUse of various types of electronics test equipment and familiarity with automated test setups to support general test and measurementPreferred Skills and CompetenciesExperience with RF/microwave CAD tools such as Keysight ADS/Genesys or AWR Microwave with EM simulation tools such as Ansys Electronics Desktop (HFSS) or CST with PCB design tools such as Altium with FPGA/firmware development tools such as Intel Quartus or AMD employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this SensitiveThe selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the Rewards:CompensationThe starting salary/hourly rate of this position is between $99822-$120837. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education experience skills competencies other qualifications of the successful candidate as well as internal equity and labor market :Associated Universities Inc (AUI) offers a comprehensive benefits package addressing the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment subject to eligibility requirements. AUI provides:Excellent paid time off (13 holidays annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days)Medical dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required employee Total Rewards for more Instructions:Select the Apply button above. 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