Electronics Engineer III

Associated Universities • Albuquerque, NM

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), managed by Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI), is a leading research and development organization focused on the study of the universe through state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities. The Observatory is seeking a Front End Electronics Engineer III, with a preferred location at the Albuquerque BP office, offering a potential hybrid work schedule. This role is crucial for the design, development, and maintenance of advanced electronic systems used in astronomical research.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in design, manufacture, and/or maintenance and repair of receiver systems, microwave antennas and feeds, local oscillators, and microwave/RF mixers and filters.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Highly organized.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good documentation skills with high level of competency in Microsoft 365.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• A strong foundation in electrical or electronics engineering.
• Knowledge of RF, analog, and digital circuit design along with specific test and measurement techniques.
• Use of various types of electronics test equipment and familiarity with automated test setups to support general test and measurement.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position.
• Must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Five or more years of experience in technical areas such as receiver systems, microwave antennas and feeds, local oscillators, and microwave/RF mixers and filters.
• Experience with RF/microwave CAD tools such as Keysight ADS/Genesys, or AWR Microwave Office.
• Experience with EM simulation tools such as Ansys Electronics Desktop (HFSS) or CST Studio.
• Experience with PCB design tools such as Altium Designer.
• Experience with FPGA/firmware development tools such as Intel Quartus or AMD Vivado.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, development, construction, and documentation of cryogenically cooled receivers, ambient-temperature electronics, and integrated receiver test systems.
• Assist with procurement and testing of microwave polarizers, couplers, amplifiers, cables, and waveguides.
• Participate in regular Front End design, development, and future maintenance activities.
• Other duties may be assigned based on applicant’s skills and Observatory’s needs.

Benefits

• 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 employment.
• AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level