"Engineer/Architectural Manager"

Position Summary/Description

The Argus Array will be the first very large optical telescope array and has a field of view encompassing the entire sky at once. As an Engineer for the Argus Array project, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of critical components that enable the array's unique capabilities. The position's responsibilities will be designing, refining, integrating and managing the construction of Argus systems including the overall building systems, the cupola window and associated electromechanical systems, and other components of the telescope. 

You will work closely with our team of astronomers, telescope-instrumentalists, and data scientists to implement and optimize these systems for the world's largest optical telescope array and the largest digital camera ever built; there are also potential mentorship roles for graduate and undergraduate student teams. This position involves both hands-on engineering and working with external vendors, including responsibility for on-site decision making during key parts of the construction process. Our project management philosophy emphasizes a small and local team; flat management structure; and a highly-collaborative working environment. We routinely produce prototypes and complex hardware in-house, and expect to perform significant hands-on engineering for Argus subsystems. This position includes spending time at the telescope construction site, with responsibility for on-site decision making as needed. The expected timescale for this position is two years, with possibility of extension to further projects.

Learn more about the project here: http://www.argusscience.org

Education and Experience

• Licensed engineer or ability to become licensed within states in the US SouthWest
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping of complete systems at a range of scales
• Familiarity with working with students to develop hardware systems
• Familiarity with field deployments of scientific instruments
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges
• Enthusiasm for contributing to groundbreaking astronomical research

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or related field or PhD in engineering or related field
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles
• Experience with hardware prototyping and testing
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment

AA/EEO Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.