Electrical Engineer II

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Astrophysics, Commissioning, Computer Firmware, Cross-Functional, Documentation Review, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Multicultural, Operational Support, Printed Circuit Board Design, Purchasing/Procurement, Scientific Research, Soldering, Technical Writing, Testing, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Cambridge, MA
POSTED
6 days ago

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER II, Kavli Institute, seeks an Electrical Engineer to assist in the design, layout, fabrication, testing, operations, and maintenance of astrophysics research instrumentation and related ground support equipment for ground- and space-based observatories and associated technology development. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers and research scientists, daily tasks may range from technical documentation review and generation; vendor selection, communication, and part procurement; circuit board design and layout; soldering and assembly; firmware programming; troubleshooting of boards and related hardware; verification testing; field installation and commissioning; and long-term maintenance and operations support. A successful candidate will have the ability to work independently for engineering tasks and within a multidisciplinary, multicultural team for project support, alongside an eagerness for continuous learning and development of new skills.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology