Technician B Electro Mechanical

Posting Description

TECHNICIAN B ELECTRO-MECHANICAL Haystack Observatory to support operations maintenance fabrication and repair of many complex electro-mechanical systems. Work will include but is not limited to supporting electro-mechanical antenna systems data acquisition systems fiber optic equipment and networks and cryogenically cooled receiver systems. Must have the ability to climb structures and perform duties at height. Other responsibilities may include fabricating many types of cables. i.e. Communications Rf Fiber Optics. Working knowledge of digital and analog circuitry is a plus. Should have a willingness to support antenna operations on overtime shifts and occasional travel to field sites. Must be able to occasionally work a flexible schedule as maintenance and operational responsibilities may involve working after hours different shifts weekends and occasional holidays.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED : Graduation from a two-year technical school in electro-mechanical systems or an equivalent military training program; experience integrating and repairing electro-mechanical systems and equipment; familiarity with machine shop equipment and tools; general mechanical systems knowledge; experience with mechanical maintenance and assembly using hand and power tools; ability to use basic technician tools i.e. soldering iron DVM oscilloscope spectrum analyzer; comfortable working with computer systems in a variety of configurations (Windows Linux embedded computers); ability to follow instructions and work in a technically diverse and physically challenging work environment; ability to lift 50 lbs. as part of mechanical maintenance activities; and demonstrated the ability to work effectively within a team PREFERRED : Experience with radar and radio systems or amateur radio and familiarity with machine shop equipment and tools i.e. Drill Press Sanders milling machines lathe and computer-based instrumentation are valuable.

The applicant must pass a tower climbing physical and be willing and able to climb towers.

Must be a U.S. citizen who is able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

12 / 5 / 2025

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Electrical Engineering,Heavy Machinery,Accounts Management,ABAP,Hospitality,Arbitration Law

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1