Mechanical Engineering In - Socorro, NM, United States - National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Description

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a diverse and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe.

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) invites applications for a full-time Mechanical Engineer II position.

The mechanical engineer will work with engineers and other technical staff on the design and documentation of Front-End feeds, module housings, electronic and mechanical assemblies for the Next Generation Very Large Array (ngVLA).

The ngVLA is a project to build a new array of 263 antennas that will span all of North America.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for:

• Working collaboratively within the Antenna Electronics Integrated Product Team (IPT) to design, model, analyze, cost, procure, prototype, test, and develop production plans for Front End receiver feeds, cryostats, and hardware.
• Documenting and presenting designs and implementations, including drafting, block diagrams, interface diagrams for Interface Control Documents, and materials for internal reviews and external presentations.
• Generating Autodesk CAD drawings and bills of material.
• Creating detailed piece part drawings that meet engineering and documentation standards.
• Ensuring proactive compliance with NRAO and government safety policies, standards, and procedures.
• Work is typically performed in a research or development environment, performed on a computer at a desk or at a lab bench for extended periods. May be required to lift and carry heavy lab equipment (up to 40 pounds) for relocation or installation, and to squat, kneel, or crawl to measure or access items. May be required to work at high altitudes, outdoors, or climb on precarious structures. Occasional travel (domestic and international) may be required.

You have a Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field.

• While not required, you may have an advanced degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field.
• You have at leastone year of experience as a mechanical engineer in RF Front-End receiver design. Excellent knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts, practices and procedures.
• Use of Autodesk Inventor for the creation of 3D mechanical design and documentation.
• Use of engineering design tools for FEA such as ANSYS
• Use of test equipment, such as vibration tables.

Application Instructions:

The NRAO strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.

NRAO 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.

NRAOs 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 contributions.

Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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 .