Position Description:
Position Summary
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO)is a prestigiousanddiverseresearch facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe.NRAO is an exciting and dynamic organization that is pushing the boundaries of our understanding ofthe universe through the construction and operation of some of the most powerful telescopes in the world. The NRAO offers a wealth of opportunities to learn, explore, and discover.
We are seeking an experienced electrical engineer/radar engineer for a two-year appointment to lead the technical aspects of a new radar project. This project seeks to build a high-power, high-frequency radar system on the Green Bank Telescope with returning signals received by NRAO’s Very Long Baseline Array. You will have the opportunity to share your talents in engineering analysis, system design, hardware development, and technical decision acumen with the radar team to bring the project to success.
This radar engineering role will be based at one of the NRAO sites located in Charlottesville, Virginia, GreenBank, West Virginia; Socorro, NM. Remote work and teleworking arrangements may be considered; however, regular presence at NRAO sites is required.
What You Will be Doing:
Work Environment
Work is typically performed in a research or development environment, but employees may occasionally be required to work outdoors. Will be required to stand and sit and perform fine hand manipulation. Must be literate in personal computer use. Must work near moving mechanical parts and/or with electrical equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Who You Are:
Note: Due to export control purposes, this position is open only to US persons which include United States citizens and permanent residents.
Competency Summary
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 whichmay affect starting pay may include education, experience, skills, competencies,other qualificationsof the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.
For open rank positions, the starting salary rates for each level is between:
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” button. You will be required to upload a cover letter describing your interest in and relevant knowledge and experience for this position in addition to your current resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
AUI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to resumes@nrao.edu.
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The NRAO is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V)
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
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