Research Engineering Technician I (Part Time)

at  University of Arizona

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required.
• Prior work experience not required.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with space or ground based telescope and instrumentation design.
• Experience in SolidWorks or other equivalent design packages.
• Experience with mechanical design.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals.
• Ability to work in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/transport up to 50 lbs

• Participate in the effort of designing, assembling, and testing of mechanical systems in support of telescopes and astronomical instrumentation. Create CAD drawings for parts and assemblies and follow up with machine shops for fabrication of parts.The work will be done with close supervision from engineers and other team members. Requires frequent communication with engineers and supervisor to accomplish the work. Communication will primarily be within the group and/or project. Skills will primarily be gained through interactions at work and being mentored by senior team members.
• Assist with scheduling the procurement of materials to ensure they arrive on time and meet specification, assist with as-built documentation of integrated system, participate in lessons learned process reviews as required, assist in assembling, calibrating, and maintaining test equipment, and conduct inventory and organize tooling in the lab.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/transport up to 50 lbs.