GBO - GB Elec Eng - Electronics - Technical Specialist

Associated Universities Inc. • Green Bank, WV

3d • Onsite

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 GBO in Green Bank, West Virginia, has an opening for a Technical Specialist within the Electronics Division. This division is responsible for the operations, design, and maintenance of the GBO telescope cryogenic systems and other telescope electronics, including receivers.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in related field
• Related experience required for the position includes mechanics, electrical/electronic technology, physics, welding, machining or field related to the applicable technical area.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States.
• The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B visas for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, investigate problems, and repair existing cryogenic system components.
• Repair and test Gifford-McMahon refrigerators and Helium scroll compressors.
• Maintain, investigate problems, modify and repair existing cryogenic receivers operating up to 115 GHz.
• Climb with safety harness to install prime focus receivers and inspect cryogenic stainless steel and flexible lines.
• Assist with construction of receivers operating at microwave frequencies.
• Recording and analyzing test data.
• Vacuum Dewar tests with Helium leak detector.
• Locate and order parts and equipment for the Cryogenics laboratory.
• Maintain detailed records of cryogenic systems maintenance and performance.
• Routinely meets predetermined schedules set by supervisors.
• Proactive compliance with NRAO and legal safety policies and procedures in own work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree