Looking for a challenging and rewarding career in telescope maintenance? we are seeking a highly skilled telescope mechanic to join our team at the national radio astronomy observatory. - the successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine maintenance, installation, testing, calibration, repair, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and limited electronic components on all telescopes and related equipment. - maintenance work includes welding and fabricating in a shop or outdoors in inclement weather. - the ideal candidate will have strong verbal communication skills and be able to participate effectively as a member of a team. this is a safety-sensitive position that requires the ability to climb antenna stairs and ladders to heights above 100 feet and lift equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted. we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports employees' overall well-being and career growth. safety sensitive the selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. total rewards: aui strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. compensation aui provides excellent paid time off, medical, dental, and vision plans effective on the first day of employment, retirement benefit contributions, and an optional supplemental plan for employee retirement contributions....
National radio astronomy observatory title: antenna - telescope mechanic ii-iii location: nrao very large array, 183 vla rd, magdalena, new mexico, united states of america requisition number: 57 job family: telescope mechanic pay type: hourly position description: position summary the national radio astronomy observatory (nrao) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. the observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous very large array (vla) in new mexico, the green bank telescope in west virginia, and the atacama large millimeter/submillimeter array (alma) in chile. these telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. the engineering services division of the national radio astronomy observatory announces an opportunity for a full-time telescope mechanic at the very large array (vla). under direct supervision, the telescope mechanic provides routine maintenance service to scientific investigations through the construction, installation, test, repair and maintenance of a radio telescope and associated equipment used to collect radio astronomical data for a variety of observers. the appointment is expected to be made at the level of telescope mechanic ii; in exceptional cases, a higher rank will be considered. this is a safety sensitive position. the position is based at the vla, 50 miles west of socorro, new mexico. what you will be doing: - responds to routine maintenance, in...
National radio astronomy observatory title: maintenance specialist location: nrao very large array, 183 vla rd, magdalena, new mexico, united states of america requisition number: 39 job family: skilled maintenance pay type: hourly position description: position summary the national radio astronomy observatory (nrao) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. the observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous very large array (vla) in new mexico, the green bank telescope in west virginia, and the atacama large millimeter/submillimeter array (alma) in chile. these telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. the nrao has an opportunity for an experienced maintenance specialist in our engineering services division at the very large array (vla). under general supervision and as part of a diverse and active team, the maintenance specialist will provide skilled assistance in carpentry, painting, minor electrical and plumbing. the position is based at the very large array, 50 miles west of socorro, nm. socorro is a small, historical town in the rio grande valley, 75 miles south of albuquerque. what you will be doing under minimum supervision and instruction, essential duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to: - provides support assisting the maintenance team in carpentry, painting, minor electrical and plumbing. - operates and makes minor repairs to equipmen...
The national radio astronomy observatory (nrao) is a prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. we operate a variety of radio telescopes around the globe, including the famous very large array (vla) in new mexico, the green bank telescope in west virginia, and the atacama large millimeter/submillimeter array (alma) in chile. we are seeking a skilled telescope mechanic to join our team at the vla. the selected candidate will be responsible for providing routine maintenance service to scientific investigations through the construction, installation, test, repair, and maintenance of radio telescopes and associated equipment used to collect data for observers. the position is based at the vla, located 50 miles west of socorro, new mexico. - perform routine maintenance, installation, testing, calibration, repair, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and limited electronic components on all telescopes and related equipment. - welding and fabricating in a shop or outdoors in various weather conditions. - expected to weld stick, mig, and tig, working with different types of metal such as mild steel, aluminum, and stainless. - provide assistance in the operation and testing of telescope and operating equipment when required. - assist in the functional evaluation of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions. - may assist telescope operators with receiver/equipment changes. - assist in taking and maintaining inventory of parts. - maintain records of maintenance activities, using comp...
Job title: maintenance specialist location: national radio astronomy observatory, nrao very large array, magdalena, new mexico, united states of america...
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