National Radio Astronomy Observatory · 23 hours ago
Electronics Engineer Group Lead
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The CDL seeks an experienced Electronics Engineer to lead its Cold Cartridge Group, responsible for the engineering and production of advanced receivers for the ALMA telescope.
CommunitiesEducationInformation TechnologySatellite Communication
No H1B
Responsibilities
Advising staff on technical and operational matters, prioritization, and conducting performance evaluations
Responsible for ensuring compliance with NRAO and government safety policies and procedures
Responsible for development and analysis of system and subsystem architecture and requirements
Developing technical proposals, reports, and other technical papers
Conducting tests and data recording and analysis for verification of performance and compliance with specifications
Responsible for oversight of the lifecycle of hardware, software, and firmware for group
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field
At least seven years of experience with design, construction, and/or maintenance of electronics hardware, software, and/or firmware
At least three years of experience in leading a technical group
Strong interpersonal and group communications skills, oral and written
Authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
Advanced degree in a closely related field
Knowledge of RF and microwave engineering theory and practice
Knowledge of radio astronomy theories and practice
Experience in cryogenics practices
Benefits
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
Optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions
Company
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement.
201-500 employees
Funding
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