Research Engineering Technician I (Part Time)

: Posting Number req22613 Department Steward Observatory Department Website Link Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

This position assists the engineering team in supporting research in ground and space based astronomy to accomplish the goals of the principal investigator and his/her program. Work includes participating in the effort of designing, assembling, and testing of mechanical systems in support of telescopes and astronomical instrumentation. Additionally, the position will 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.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• 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, and Abilities :

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

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to possess a valid Arizona drivers license and be able to drive University vehicles according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

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

FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 20 Job FTE .5 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $18.15 - $22.69 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 4 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. Career Stream and Level OC1 Job Family Research Engineering Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 5/12/2025 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Victor Gasho [email protected] Open Date 4/25/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].