National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Position Description:
Position Summary
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is hiring a full-time technician to join the Millimeter/Submillimeter Receiver (MSMRx) group at the Central Development Laboratory (CDL) in Charlottesville, VA.
The NRAO is a diverse, exciting, and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes across the globe, including the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile, the iconic Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, and the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia. These state-of-the-art telescopes enable astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail.
This group designs and builds cryogenic receivers for radio telescopes and is currently designing the next generation receiver for ALMA which uses about 70 receivers.
This position requires experience operating cryogenic receiver measurement systems for radio astronomy as well as building new subassemblies to enhance these systems. Assembly and testing of microwave components using vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters is also required. Some assembly under a microscope may be required, and the components are extremely ESD sensitive.
What you will be doing:
Test cryogenic millimeter-wave receivers:
Test millimeter-wave and microwave components:
Construct and characterize new subsystems for receiver measurement systems
Record and analyze test data:
Monitor, track, and maintain laboratory inventory:
Collaborate with engineers to refine assembly and testing procedures:
Work Environment
The work is primarily in a laboratory environment, and the candidate must be able to sit or stand at a bench for sustained periods.
Who You Are:
Minimum Education
While not required, you may have:
Competency Summary
Applicants must be methodical, motivated team players who are comfortable in a diverse R&D environment. Good writing and communication skills are required to keep records and document the work. All applicants must be comfortable using MS Word and Excel to manage and graph measurement results as well as JIRA to document progress.
Physical Requirements
The candidate must be able to sit or stand at a bench for sustained periods. Visual acuity and manual dexterity are required, and this position requires lifting and carrying 50 pounds.
To be considered, you must be a United States citizen or permanent resident as this position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Total Rewards:
Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ overall well-being and career growth.
Compensation
AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.
Benefits:
AUI’s benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI 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. AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.
Application Instructions:
Select the “Apply Now” button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to resumes@nrao.edu. PM20
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