Electronics Engineer III-Sr.

5 days ago

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States National Radio Astronomy Observatory Full time
About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer III-Sr. to lead the technical aspects of a new radar project at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. The successful candidate will have a strong background in radar systems engineering and experience in leading technical teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the engineering analysis, design, testing, and installation of radar systems across NRAO observatories.
  • Make final technical decisions and recommendations in cooperation with the project team in design, procurement, manufacture, build, and test of equipment.
  • Regularly meet with astronomers and other scientists to ensure system performance and science and other mission area requirements are in accord.
  • Lead other engineering and technical personnel in the fabrication and test of equipment, and determine methods, procedures, and conditions for testing. Ensure manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications, standards, and requirements.
  • Use industry standard engineering and design software to design and implement data controls over electronic equipment, components, systems, or structures for radar transmitters, radio telescopes, and related systems.
  • Work with software developers, scientists, and contractors to identify and solve problems.
  • Author technical documentation detailing the radar system.
  • Write programmatic documentation and drive projects from concept to operations.
  • Communicate and present project advances to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
  • At least three years of experience as an engineer working with radar systems.
  • At least a bachelor's degree in a physical science, electrical engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or software engineering.
  • Knowledge, experience, and understanding in two or more of the following areas: radio frequency, microwave, or millimeter wave receivers, transmitters, and related systems, radio telescopes, satellite earth stations, interferometry or beam synthesis, high-voltage DC power supplies, and high-speed digital electronics.
  • Experience with radio frequency and electromagnetic modeling and simulation software. Experience with CST, HFSS, and similar software is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge and skills related to testing or analysis of data from advanced radar systems. Knowledge of algorithm/mode techniques on radars is a plus.
  • Engineering management experience is highly desired.
Competencies
  • Strong interpersonal, teaming, and leadership skills
  • Effective verbal communication skills and strong technical document composition
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Experience working with geographically dispersed teams
  • Attention to detail
  • Proactive work ethic and ability to work both with a team and independently
  • Ability to take initiative and make technical project decisions
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.

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