Electronic
Technician or Electronic Technician, Senior
30207
0463-Large
Binocular Telescope Obs
College of
Science
DOE
Classified
02-26-2004
Open Until Filled
03-12-2004
Yes
Full Time
No
Resume (Including
three references)
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
The Large
Binocular Telescope Observatory (LBTO) seeks candidates for the
position of Electronic Technician or Electronic Technician, Senior.
The Large Binocular Telescope represents a major advance in
astronomical research capabilities. The LBT will be the largest,
most powerful optical/infrared telescope in the world. LBT adaptive
optics systems will provide diffraction/limited imaging capability
with the resolution of a 22.8-meter telescope. The selected
candidate will report to the LBT Systems Engineer and will work on a
variety of complex equipment, perform routine design work and/or
build prototypes at the highest technical level. The position will
be based in Safford, AZ with frequent travel to Tucson, AZ. This
position will require work on the mountain top at an altitude of
10,500 feet for extended periods.The selected candidate will
participate in the integration, acceptance testing and operation of
the LBT and its various subsystems. Experience from industrial
control systems is required. Experience or knowledge of
Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's)
hardware/software is considered a valuable asset. The position
requires the ability to work in a team environment, and to handle
assignments independently. Computer literacy for electronic
documentation retrieval and modification is required. A well
organized and structured working attitude is desired. The ideal
candidate will have previous experience with telescopes or other
precision electro-mechanical systems.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes
health, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and
pre-tax savings plans, auto and home insurance, child care programs,
and tuition reduction for employee and qualified family.
* Installation
and maintenance of various electronic control systems.
* Assist in installation of power distribution systems.
* Update electronic documentation.
* Troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical systems.
* Organize and maintain telescope and instrument electronic spare
parts.
ELECTRONIC
TECHNICIAN: Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering Technology (BSEET);
OR, Completion of a two year electronic technician vocational or
college program AND two years of experience in the repair,
fabrication and installation of electronic equipment; OR, four years
experience in the repair, fabrication and installation of electronic
equipment; OR, any equivalent combination of experience, training
and/or education.
ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN, SENIOR: Bachelor's degree in Electronic
Engineering Technology (BSEET) program AND two years of experience
in the repair, fabrication and installation of electronic equipment;
OR, completion of a two year electronic technician vocational or
college program AND four years of experience in the repair,
fabrication and installation of electronic equipment; OR, six years
of experience in the repair, fabrication and installation of
electronic equipment; OR, any equivalent combination of experience,
training and/or education.
Computer literacy
for electronic documentation retrieval and modification.
* Previous
experience with telescopes or other precision electro-mechanical
systems.
* Experience or knowledge of Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) hardware/software.