University of Arizona · 3 months ago
Instrument System/Test Engineer II
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$76K/yr - $98K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Arizona is seeking an Instrument System/Test Engineer II to contribute to research efforts involving ground-based and space-based telescopes. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support the integration and testing of complex optomechanical systems, requiring hands-on experience and strong communication skills.
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Responsibilities
Perform hands-on evaluation and troubleshooting of failed optical, opto-mechanical, and electrical assemblies using test and measurement equipment to identify root causes down to the component level
Apply systems engineering principles to support the integration and verification of complex subsystems, ensuring traceability between requirements, design, and test outcomes
Conduct manual testing procedures, including point-to-point continuity testing, and diagnose issues using technical expertise rather than relying on predefined troubleshooting guides
Collaborate with senior engineers, test technicians, and quality assurance personnel to evaluate, repair, and process failed assemblies through established Repair & Return workflows
Support continuous process improvement (CPI) initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and contributing to the development of more robust integration and testing workflows
Utilize working knowledge across electrical, optical, mechanical, and software domains to support the development and integration of delicate space instrumentation
Interpret and work from detailed assembly drawings, schematics, and system-level documentation to support integration and test activities
Maintain strict adherence to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protocols and ensure compliance with all ESD handling procedures
Operate and interpret results from test and evaluation equipment such as digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
Apply industrial engineering practices to optimize assembly, integration, and test processes, including workflow analysis, resource planning, and risk mitigation
Use Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to document findings, prepare reports, and communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders
Participate in regular technical meetings to present findings, discuss integration and test progress, and collaborate on solutions with engineering teams, project leads, and quality assurance personnel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required
Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Hands-on experience in building and assembling hardware
Working knowledge of electrical, optical, mechanical, and software systems
Strong communication skills
Ability to incorporate input from engineering working groups and coordinate with project leads
Perform hands-on evaluation and troubleshooting of failed optical, opto-mechanical, and electrical assemblies using test and measurement equipment
Apply systems engineering principles to support the integration and verification of complex subsystems
Conduct manual testing procedures, including point-to-point continuity testing
Collaborate with senior engineers, test technicians, and quality assurance personnel
Support continuous process improvement (CPI) initiatives
Utilize working knowledge across electrical, optical, mechanical, and software domains
Interpret and work from detailed assembly drawings, schematics, and system-level documentation
Maintain strict adherence to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protocols
Operate and interpret results from test and evaluation equipment such as digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
Apply industrial engineering practices to optimize assembly, integration, and test processes
Use Microsoft Office 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to document findings, prepare reports, and communicate effectively
Participate in regular technical meetings to present findings and discuss integration and test progress
Preferred
Knowledge of V7V
Knowledge of I&T
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to UA recreation and cultural activities
And more!
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
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2023-09-07Grant· $30M
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