| R&D Electrical Engineer III |
| Posting Number |
req21884 |
| Department |
Steward Observatory |
| Department Website Link |
http://astro.arizona.edu |
| Location |
Outside of Tucson |
| Address |
AZ USA |
| Position Highlights |
Steward Observatory's Arizona Radio Observatory (ARO) and Mountain Operations are seeking exceptional candidates for the position of R&D Electrical Engineer III. The successful candidate will join a diverse group of scientists, engineers, and technicians who maintain and upgrade radio and optical telescopes operated in southern Arizona, including on Kitt Peak, Mt. Graham, Mt. Lemmon, and Mt. Bigelow. In addition to providing engineering support for telescope maintenance and upgrades, the successful candidate will provide engineering support in a team environment for development projects. Outstanding UA benefits include 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! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
- Support operations for telescopes operated by Steward Observatory in southern Arizona, including telescopes on Kitt Peak, Mt. Graham, Mt. Lemmon, and Mt. Bigelow. Identifies complex operating and performance problems and implements solutions. Operations support includes troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of equipment at telescope sites, providing guidance to telescope operators and other technical staff. Requires travel to the sites, sometimes with overnight stays.
- Takes the lead in the engineering phase of projects, providing direction and coordination to engineers and technicians. Independently devises criteria for design, development, implementation, and commissioning of new electrical, electro-mechanical, and control systems for the telescopes and facilities. Improves and optimizes systems.
- Oversees and provides engineering design and analysis to other Steward Observatory projects.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with motor control systems, AC and DC power systems, and servos.
- Experience designing with devices such as Arduino, Raspberry PI, and other embedded systems.
- Experience with monitor and control systems, industrial motion control, and thermal control systems.
- Experience using Windows and Linux operating systems and networking hardware.
- Experience with 2 or more programming languages.
- Must be able to operate a UA motor vehicle and drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends, including occasional overnight stays at telescope sites.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience with optical or radio telescopes in operations or construction.
- Experience with programmable logic controllers.
- Experience with digital signal processing in FPGAs.
- Experience in digital and analog circuit design.
- Experience in circuit diagnostics, including field troubleshooting and repairs.
- Experience with schematic capture as well as 2D and 3D CAD systems.
- Experience with RF system components, concepts, and designs, and basic lab test equipment.
- Experience with RF and microwave signal sources and phase-locked loops.
- Experience designing RF circuit boards.
- Experience with three-phase electrical control systems.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
40 |
| Job FTE |
1.0 |
| Work Calendar |
Fiscal |
| Job Category |
Research |
| Benefits Eligible |
Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
$86,870 - $112,932 |
| Compensation Type |
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Grade |
11 |
| Compensation Guidance |
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. |
| Grade Range Minimum |
$86870 |
| Grade Range Midpoint |
$112932 |
| Grade Range Maximum |
$138993 |
| Career Stream and Level |
PC3 |
| Job Family |
Research Engineering |
| Job Function |
Research |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies |
1 |
| Target Hire Date |
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| Expected End Date |
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| Contact Information for Candidates |
so-humanresources@list.arizona.edu |
| Open Date |
2/6/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Resume and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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| Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report |
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. |
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University of Arizona
life insurance, vision insurance, sick time
Feb 13, 2025