Job Description

Department Summary


The Department of Physics and Astronomy consists of faculty, undergrads and graduate students, academic researchers, scientists, staff and postdocs. Our department is located in Knudsen Hall, the Physics & Astronomy Buildings, the Planetarium (located in the Math Sciences Building) and a portion of Kaplan Hall (Division Mechanical Shop) totaling approximately 155,000+ square feet.

Position Summary

The Department of Physics & Astronomy is in search of a R&D Engineer 2 to support our IR Lab and the astrophysics laboratory on the GAPS and VERITAS projects. This is a full-time position eligible for full benefits with the potential to be hybrid. The incumbent will collaborate with faculty, staff and students as well as other business partners across UCLA.  Please visit our website to learn more.

Salary & Compensation


*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of software tools: Linux, C/C++, Rust, Python, SQL, JavaScript, HTML/CSS. (Required)

• Knowledge of design software: Altium, Xilinx Vivado, SolidWorks, Git, Docker. (Required)

• Experience in analog and digital printed circuit board (PCB) design, parts, fabrication and repair. (Required)

• Experience with large RAID systems (hardware, network, monitoring). (Required)

• Effective written and communication skills; ability to provide concise, logical documentation and reports at a steady cadence. (Required)

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. (Required)

• Ability to work effectively in team environment, with students, staff, faculty, collaborators, and commercial vendors. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree Physics, Astronomy or Engineering and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

• 5% Engineer will travel to team meetings in the U.S. to work with collaborators and to present designs and test results.

• 5% Engineer will travel to Keck Observatory and possibly other UC Observatories facilities for instrument integration and servicing. Engineer may also travel to conferences to present development results.

Schedule


9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered


TX-Systemwide Technical

Complete Position Description

About University of California Los Angeles

Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time,

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