VLBA Operations Specialist
Core
Operate and monitor a coordinated system of ten radio telescopes, troubleshoot faults, execute observing programs, and ensure equipment safety in a 24/7 shift environment.
Role type
Operations Specialist (Radio Astronomy)
Builds
Observing data and operational stability for the Very Long Baseline Array
Domain
Radio Astronomy / Astrophysics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
process control software, Windows systems, Linux/Unix environment, interpreting schematics, data analysis, hardware maintenance, emergency response, color discrimination, hearing alarms
Preferred skills
associate degree in math/physics/science, 3+ years operating industrial-scale astronomical instruments, bachelors degree
Technologies
Linux, Unix, Windows, ASP.NET
Responsibilities
operate and monitor ten telescopes as a coordinated system, troubleshoot faults and apply corrective actions, communicate with remote telescope personnel, prepare antenna and receivers for observation, process incoming files and verify schedules, monitor fringe amplitude and data flagging codes, run system tests and update parameters, maintain detailed observing logs and write reports, manage the correlator queue, handle and store data disk packs, provide advanced troubleshooting and train new operators
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
