Servo-Fiber Technician III-IV / Technical Specialist I-II (4700)
Company: National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Location: Socorro
Posted on: June 24, 2022
Job Description:
National Radio Astronomy Observatory Position Description: Position
Summary NRAO is seeking a qualified individual to support
operations, maintenance, and fabrication work on antenna motion
control and fiber optic hardware. This position is responsible for
repairs, maintenance, and upgrades to the Very Large Array and Very
Long Baseline Array Servo and Fiber Optic systems. This includes
bench work and working on the 25-meter antennas and support
equipment. Work performed is often considered independent. The
final position and job grade will be determined based on the
candidates education and experience. This is a Safety Sensitive
position. In addition to competitive pay, NRAO provides excellent
paid time off benefits (vacation and sick leave). 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. No contribution is required of the
employee; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan
for employee retirement contributions. Job Duties Summary Under
general to minimum supervision from engineers and technical staff,
the position supports or performs assembly, testing,
troubleshooting, and training for Antenna Control Units (ACUs),
data and communications equipment, servo systems, motors,
on-antenna weather stations and other equipment. The candidate must
be willing to respond to emergency call-outs during inclement
weather, late night and or early morning hours. Other duties may be
assigned. The Technician position:
- Constructs, adapts and calibrates assigned equipment.
- Trouble shoot, correct and repair malfunctioning
equipment.
- Conduct various tests or experiments which may require
modifications in test setups or procedures.
- May record, analyze, and interpret test data.
- Uses standard electronic test equipment, such as power
supplies, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes,
signal generators, fiber optic power meters, fiber optic light
sources and OTDRs, to record equipment performance, for inspection,
adjustment, and/or replacement of defective system components.
- Uses hand tools for mechanical work or repair.
- Is responsible for monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of
assigned Servo and Fiber Optic group systems for proper operation.
The Technical Specialist position will also:
- Discuss the design, layout, assembly, testing and
troubleshooting procedures and problems with engineers and
technical staff.
- May devise design details and functional requirements of
assemblies.
- Fabricates, assembles, and tests prototype or production
units.
- Sets up standard test apparatus or devises test equipment to
conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to
evaluate the performance and reliability of prototype or production
units.
- Locates and orders parts and equipment, locates and evaluates
substitute parts for functional equivalence of any
obsolete/non-obtainable components or parts.
- Writes technical reports and develops charts, graphs, and
schematics to describe and illustrate an assembly's operating
characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design
specifications, and functional limitations. Either position:
- Recommends changes required to achieve functional requirements
of the equipment.
- Follows project schedules set by supervisors.
- Demonstrates proactive compliance with all NRAO policies and
procedures.
- May have other duties as assigned. Competency Summary Must have
the ability to work independently and reliably with general to
minimal supervision. Must be able to communicate effectively both
verbally and in writing. Must be able to operate a personal
computer. Must have the ability to work effectively in a team and
clearly communicate technical information both in writing and
orally. Ability to communicate in English is required. Must have a
valid drivers license. Work Environment Work typically takes place
in an electronics shop; employees are also required to work
outdoors in inclement weather and at heights when accessing an
antenna. Candidate must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and
work at heights of 150 feet. Candidate must be able to work at
bench either sitting or standing for sustained periods. Visual
acuity (corrected is acceptable) and manual dexterity is necessary
to perform work. Work is done at the VLA site, which is
approximately 7,000 in elevation. Position Requirements: Minimum
Education An Associates Degree (AA) of Engineering Technology; or a
High School diploma or GED and equivalent combination of education
and experience. Preferred Experience Highly qualified candidates
with three or more years of experience specializing in servo and/or
fiber support may be considered for the Technical Specialist I or
II grade. Physical Requirements Occasionally required to climb or
balance; and stoop, kneel, and crouch. May occasionally work at
high altitudes; and in high, precarious places and in outside
weather conditions, and may be exposed to chemicals, or the risk of
electrical shock. Will be required to stand and sit; perform fine
hand manipulation. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50
pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance
vision, color and depth perception. Must have the visual acuity,
color perception, manual dexterity, hearing, and physical ability
to perform satisfactorily all essential duties and
responsibilities. Additional Requirements Must have received or be
willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine two weeks prior to their
start date to be considered for U.S.-based vacancies. Skills and
Abilities Must possess a valid driver's license. Good vision is
required, may be correctable. Must pass any applicable
knowledge/skills tests including soldering small components using a
microscope and ability to work with fiber optics. Safety Sensitive
The 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 results.
Application Instructions: Click the Apply button below. You will
need to be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a letter
of application describing interest and suitability for the
position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal
opportunity employer. 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 resumes@nrao.edu . PM20
The NRAO is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V)
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Keywords: National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Albuquerque , Servo-Fiber Technician III-IV / Technical Specialist I-II (4700), IT / Software / Systems , Socorro, New Mexico
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