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National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: Electronics - Technical Specialist II Location: NRAO, PO Box 2, GREEN BANK, West Virginia, United States of America Requisition Number: 217 Job Family: Technical Specialist Pay Type: Hourly Required Education: NET Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates the NRAO under a cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation. The Observatory is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration, operating state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. The Observatory has been instrumental in the study of black holes, galaxies, and the early universe. At NRAO, we are recruiting a Technical Specialist II- Under general supervision from scientists and engineers, devises, layouts, fabricates, calibrates, tests, analyses, troubleshoots and/or repairs astronomical research related equipment such as computers, electronics, electrical, cryogenics, and lasers. Work performed is moderately independent. This is the intermediate level of four progressively more complex positions. This position is located on-site at the Green Bank Observatory in Green Bank, WV . What You Will be Doing: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Discusses the design, layout, assembly, testing and troubleshooting procedures and problems with engineers and technical staff. May draw sketches to clarify design detail and functional criteria of the units. Designs, fabricates, assembles, and tests prototype or production units. Sets up standard test apparatus or devises test equipment to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate the performance and reliability of prototype or production units. Analyzes and interprets test data. Locates and orders parts and equipment; identifies necessary components by using part numbers and/or standard color codes. Locates and evaluates substitute parts for functional equivalence of any obsolete/non-obtainable components or parts. Writes technical reports and develops charts, graphs, and schematics to describe and illustrate the unit's operating characteristics, malfunctions, deviations from design specifications, and functional limitations. Recommends changes required to achieve functional requirements of the units Follows project schedules set by supervisors. Records final test results and writes reports on proper fabrication techniques. May assist in the installation of the finished units. May check functionality of installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions. Exercises a high degree of initiative and judgment, requiring a broad technical background, in the form of considerable experience (and some education) in the field of work or in closely related fields. Performs miscellaneous functions, such as maintenance and servicing of facilities and equipment, records and reports. May perform preventive and corrective maintenance of test apparatus and peripheral equipment. May train and lead technicians and others in the performance of their duties. Proactive compliance with NRAO and government safety policies and procedures in own work area is expected. Other duties as assigned. Work Environment Work is mission driven, team oriented and typically performed in a research or development environment, in a lab, shop or climate-controlled environment. May also work at heights near mechanical and powered equipment. May be occasionally required to work outdoors. Who You Are: Education Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience Five years. Experience Five years of related experience required for the position includes mechanics, electrical/electronic technology, physics, welding, machining or field related to the applicable technical area. Skills and Competencies Requires the skilled application of practical principles of mechanics, electrical/electronic technology, physics, or related fields. Must possess a working knowledge of the process, procedures, tools and equipment required to complete daily assignments. May be highly skilled in a mechanical craft or trade such as welding, machining, and/or electrical. Must pass any applicable knowledge/skills tests. Must possess leadership qualities. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Advanced working knowledge of general office productivity software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Adobe suite etc.) as well as more specific tools like MS Project, Access, JIRA, CMMS etc. Prior experience working with ERP Systems, preferred. Additional Requirement Must be able to stand and sit; perform fine hand manipulation. Must be able to operate a personal computer. Must work near moving mechanical parts and/or with electrical equipment. Occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, and crouch. May occasionally work at high altitudes; and in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions, and may be exposed to chemicals, or the risk of electrical shock. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception. Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position. Safety Sensitive The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the results. Total Rewards: Compensation The starting hourly rate of this position is between $30.43 and $35.85 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. Benefits: Associated Universities, Inc (AUI) offers a comprehensive benefits package addressing the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment, subject to eligibility requirements. AUI provides: Excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days) 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. Click Total Rewards for more information. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply" button above. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position . Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to . PM20 Compensation details: 30.43-35.85 Hourly Wage PI74b9e75ec42d-4864

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: FPGA System Architect Location: NRAO Central Development Lab, 1180 Boxwood Estate Rd, CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, United States of America Requisition Number: 209 Job Family: Electronics Engineer Pay Type: Salary Required Education: ENG Position Description: The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) is a nonprofit organization that manages and operates the NRAO under a cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation. The Observatory is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration, operating state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. The Observatory has been instrumental in the study of black holes, galaxies, and the early universe. The Central Development Laboratory (CDL) at the NRAO is seeking an experienced FPGA System Architect to join its digital design team. The engineer will lead the technical execution, integration, and deployment of a digital signal processing system for a next-generation radio telescope synthesis array, guiding the system through implementation, design reviews, integration, and operational deployment while supporting requirements refinement as needed. CDL's digital design team develops advanced digital signal processing systems that enable radio astronomy research, supporting scientific studies of galaxy formation, the origins of stars and planets, and black holes. The selected candidate will lead the technical development and execution of FPGA-based systems, with an emphasis on high-throughput digital signal processing, including digitized receiver data acquisition, calibration processing, and frequency channelization. The role combines system-level technical ownership with hands-on FPGA development responsibilities, including RTL development and system integration activities as required. Working within a small, centralized team, the engineer will collaborate across internal groups and provide technical leadership for systems shared with the international scientific community. The role requires strong time management, the ability to manage multiple concurrent efforts, effective cross-disciplinary communication, and the ability to balance system-level ownership with hands-on development responsibilities. The location for this position will be based at the Central Development Laboratory in Charlottesville, Virginia. What You Will be Doing: Lead the architecture, design, integration, and deployment of the antenna-side FPGA-based digital signal processing system from ADC input through channelized output Lead work package planning, technical scheduling, and execution tracking Define subsystem decomposition, interfaces, and data flow across FPGA processing elements, embedded software, timing and synchronization systems, digitizers, and external data transport systems Execute subsystem development against system requirements and support requirements refinement and change requests during system development Define and evaluate implementation tradeoffs involving FPGA resource utilization, latency, throughput, timing margins, and implementation complexity Define and guide implementation of FPGA-based processing functions, including receiver calibration and frequency channelization Contribute to FPGA implementation activities including RTL development, verification, timing analysis, and system integration, as required Lead subsystem design reviews and contribute to system-level design reviews Coordinate technical activities across FPGA, embedded software, and related engineering efforts within the work package Provide technical direction and task coordination for engineering staff and external collaborators Document system architectures, interfaces, design decisions, and verification approaches clearly Work Environment Work is mission driven, team oriented and typically performed in an office setting within a research or development environment. Who You Are: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field Eight years of experience developing complex FPGA-based digital signal processing systems Experience leading the architecture, development, integration, and deployment of FPGA-based systems Experience defining system architectures, subsystem interfaces, and data flows across FPGA processing, embedded software, and external system interfaces Experience with high-throughput DSP systems, including digitized signal acquisition, calibration processing, and channelization Experience leading technical teams, coordinating multi-disciplinary efforts, and leading subsystem design reviews Experience with timing and synchronization concepts for high-throughput FPGA systems Solid understanding of digital design fundamentals and FPGA development flows, including synthesis, timing analysis, place-and-route, and system integration Hands-on experience with RTL development using hardware description languages Experience with high-speed interfaces and data transport technologies relevant to FPGA systems While not required you may have: Experience defining and executing FPGA verification and validation approaches, including simulation, system integration, and end-to-end testing Experience with RF-series FPGA devices with integrated ADC capability or similar direct digitization platforms Experience with radio astronomy, software-defined radio, or high-performance signal processing systems Experience with receiver calibration techniques and frequency channelization implementations Familiarity with version control tools and collaborative development workflows Experience with Linux-based embedded environments and hardware/software integration Familiarity with mechanical, thermal, and SWaP (size, weight, and power) considerations for FPGA-based systems and deployment environments Skills and Competencies Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to coordinate technical efforts across multiple teams Strong leadership ability and; Attention to detail is critical Additional Requirement Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position. Total Rewards: Compensation The starting salary of this position is between $90,015-$126,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. Benefits: Associated Universities, Inc (AUI) offers a comprehensive benefits package addressing the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment, subject to eligibility requirements. AUI provides: Excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days) 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. Click Total Rewards for more information. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply" button above. Please be prepared to upload your current Resume and a Cover Letter describing interest and suitability for the position . Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to . PM20 Compensation details: 00 Yearly Salary PIff42eb916b60-2856