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Technical Supporter - North Liberty, IA, United States - National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Description
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
The VLBA Station Specialist is a hands-on technical staff member skilled and experienced in multiple areas such as digital and analog electronics, mechanical hardware, HVAC systems, general site maintenance, and operations support.
NRAO is seeking an employee willing to climb a large radio telescope antenna, troubleshoot and fix problems there or in the site building, and otherwise keep the site operational to enable astronomical data to be continuously received, processed, and delivered for scientific study.
In general, the Specialist, along with another Specialist, is responsible for installation, repairs, and maintenance at the Very Long Baseline Array Station located in North Liberty, IA approximately 10 miles north of Iowa City.
The station includes the 25-meter antenna and support infrastructure and is part of a 10-antenna array, spread across the US, all capturing radio astronomical data delivered to a centrally located correlator.
The employee typically works with the other Specialist, but is occasionally solo when schedule issues arise and is on-call on alternating weekends.
Medical, dental and vision plans are effective first day of employment. NRAOs retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay. we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.The position provides maintenance, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repair, data delivery and other work on the Very Long Baseline Array Station, including the 25-meter Antenna.
The station includes Radio Frequency receiver and cryogenic systems, data and communications equipment, data recorders, recording media, servo control systems, mechanical drive equipment, and weather stations.
Using standard electronic test equipment, recording effects on unit performance, inspection, and adjustment and/or replacement of defective system components.
Performing scheduled maintenance, lubrication and mechanical and electronic inspections.Monitoring and maintenance of all systems for proper operation. This includes the emergency power generating equipment, fire alarms, and HVAC systems.
Consultation with the other VLBA Specialist assigned to this site and with NRAO technicians and engineers located elsewhere in formulating and planning corrective actions.
Other preventive and corrective maintenance on hardware, test equipment, and peripheral equipment, including inspection against specifications or for quality.
Use of electronics test equipment such as digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power supplies. Use of hand tools for mechanical work or repair.Upkeep of the site and facilities.
Writing technical reports and developing charts, graphs, and schematics to describe equipments operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations.
Recommendation of changes required to achieve functional requirements of the units.Maintenance and servicing of facilities and equipment, including creation of records and reports.
Proactive compliance with all NRAO policies and procedures is required.
May be asked to travel to other VLBA sites to support maintenance.
Candidates must have the ability to work independently and reliably with minimal direct supervision.
They must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and operate a personal computer and common software.
The employee works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to electrical hazards. Bachelor's Degree in a related field.3-5 years of experience in the Electronics or Electrical fields.
Five or more years of experience in the Electronics training or Electrical fields, with experience in technical support radio astronomy or telecommunications equipment and installations.
required to utilize fall arrest equipmentApplication Instructions:
You will need to be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a letter of application describing interest and suitability for the position.
Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to