Electrical/Mechanical Technician (TSA V)

Job Posting Title:

Electrical/Mechanical Technician (TSA V)

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Environmental Sciences Lab (ESL) engineering team at ARL:UT is seeking a motivated individual interested in applied research to aid in the development and field deployment of underwater acoustic acquisition systems in support of defense-related and research applications.

Responsibilities

• Work offshore to deploy/recover subsea systems at sea from offshore vessel / work boats and trouble shoot and repair equipment, as necessary.

• Assist with preparations for offsite operations.

• Fabrication and maintenance of scientific equipment.

• Procurement and tracking of inventory. Advanced document support.

• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED

• Seven years of related experience.

• Able to interpret manuals/schematics.

• Experience with basic lab equipment

• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to articulate clearly and concisely

• Self-motivated, quick learner, results-oriented and a clear focus on quality

• Willingness/ability to perform frequent domestic/foreign travel up to 30 percent.

• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates of Applied Science in Electronics or certification in technical trade.

• More than seven years of work experience in an electronics-related technical trade

• Soldering experience with through hole and surface mount applications

• Ability to create test procedures to validate and ensure that electrical design requirements of products are met.

• Hands on electro-mechanical fabrication experience.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required.  Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  
·    100% employer-paid basic medical coverage 
·    Retirement contributions  
·    Paid vacation and sick time 
·    Paid holidays 
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website  to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Salary Range

$54,000-$64,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to all weather conditions.

• Exposure to extreme temperatures.

• Use of PPE.

• May work around chemicals.

• May work around chemical fumes.

• May work around electrical/mechanical hazards.

• Use of manual dexterity.

• Climbing of stairs.

• Climbing ladders.

• Lifting and mo