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Sr. Electronics Engineer

Atmospheric Science Technology, LLC
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Sr. Electronics Engineer-Norman, OK

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Job Type
Full-time
Norman, OK

Description

AST has a Full-Time opening for a Sr Electronic Engineer at its office in Norman, OK. This position focuses on radar-related tasks, various electrical equipment, and instruments on Kwajalein Island, Wake Island, and various other locations. Must be willing to work in remote locations installing, repairing, maintaining, and uninstalling meteorological equipment, be in good physical condition such as to not require routine, extensive medical treatment.

Duties
This position focuses on radar-related tasks, various electronic equipment, and instruments on Kwajalein Island, Wake Island, and various other locations. Trips that require fieldwork to install and test instrumentation or to perform repairs on meteorological instruments might be expected 2-4 times per year for 2-4 week periods each. This may include rotating shift work, including weekends and holidays

Duties include, but are not limited to, managing instrument technical support, including participation in technical reports, aiding in detailed engineering plans for improvement and modernization. This includes facilities specifications for new radar installations and producing technical drawings. Duties will also include remotely monitoring radar and instrument status, troubleshooting, and coordinating maintenance activities with other personnel. 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications/Education Requirements
  • B.S. degree in a relevant engineering discipline or 5-10 years directly related experience, or equivalency
  • Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a security clearance
  • Ability to test, diagnose, and repair complex radar systems safely to the component level including electronics equipment, such as receivers, transmitters, servos, and motors
  • Basic knowledge of Doppler weather radar design, control software, and theory of operation; Sigmet receiver video processor and coaxial magnetron radar system knowledge is a plus
  • Experience in common electronics maintenance practices, comprehension of basic electronics, mechanical drawings, and the capacity to understand technical documents is required
  • Ability to apply electronic troubleshooting and repair skills to meteorological instrumentation
  • Understanding of the precise and competent use of RF test equipment, such as, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, and associated accessories
  • Operational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, TCP/IP, and VPNs
  • Ability to occasionally work in confined spaces, lift 40 lbs, climb ladders, and use basic hand tools
  • Skills in organization, documentation and verbal / written communication are essential
Desired qualifications:
  • M.S. degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Possession of a security clearance is highly desired.
  • Experience in Doppler or dual-polarized weather radar is highly desired.
  • Computer programming experience desired.
  • Familiarity with installing and troubleshooting modern computer communication equipment, including fiber optic systems.
  • Familiarity with computer networking equipment, to include installing and working with routers and servers.
Essential Functions
Primary duties involve providing preventative and corrective maintenance support for a dual-polarized S-band Doppler weather radar and a single-polarized C-band Doppler weather radar. Other duties include preventative and corrective maintenance and support for a variety of atmospheric instruments requiring knowledge of modern digital communication technologies and be able to learn and utilize instrument-specific electronic troubleshooting, repair, and installation practices.

Physical Demands/Requirements
  • Sit-Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Stand-Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Walk-Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Lift/Carry 0-20 lbs frequent
  • Lift/Carry 20-100 lbs occasionally
  • Reach above-Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Bend/Stoop-Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Use hands for pushing/pulling- Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Use hands for fine manipulation- Frequent 2-5.5 hours daily
  • Stress level: Moderate
Work Environment
  • At times, will work in a tropical climate with wet/dry seasons and little temperature variation.
  • Work performed is both inside and outside work.
Atmospheric Science Technology, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, or mental or physical disability provided the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Reasonable Accommodations
The ADA defines “reasonable accommodation” as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job and does not cause undue hardship for the employer. Examples of reasonable accommodations may include: Additional modifying equipment or devices; Modified work schedules; Providing an interpreter; or Making the work environment readily accessible to individuals with disabilities.
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