An opening exists for a control systems/data acquisitions technologist to join our team. The selected candidate will be part of an engineering/operations team that operates X-ray generating sources at three pulse power facilities located in TA-IV. The data acquisitions technologist will provide support and operation of control/data acquisition systems and will provide support to the accelerator customers. The successful candidate will require knowledge in the following areas: Data acquisition, control systems, and documentation methodology.
Job Duties Will Include
Characterization, setup, and testing of data acquisition instrumentation on the AGT facilities. This includes characterization, maintenance, and inspection of digital oscilloscopes, attenuators, and data cables.
The CM/DAS tech will also be responsible for running control programs to acquire data during an AGT facilities shot, uploading shot data to a specific location, and keeping track of changes using the AGT database.
Will coordinate job functions with other machine related activities through CM/DAS MTS.
Will become familiar with and train in facility operations and provide support to operations as needed.
Will follow step by step procedures for job duties and strictly adhere to client ES&H procedures.
Company Overview
Work Where it Matters
Akima Infrastructure Services (AIS), an Akima company, is not just another staffing contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AIS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AIS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AIS supports vital missions with the most in-demand and specialized skill sets in the world.
As an AIS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Position requires the ability to lift objects up to 35 lbs.
Position requires repetitive motion activities such as: Kneeling, crouching, hand motions (turning objects), and pulling.
Demonstrated ability in electronic based technologies and basic computer networking skills.
Demonstrated experience in the use of digital oscilloscopes.
Ability to learn custom software applications.
Familiar with MS Office products such as: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
The applicant must be capable of taking direction from members of technical staff.
The positions require work at government facilities and the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen capable of acquiring a government security clearance (Q).
Preferred Qualifications (Desired)
RF systems experience (troubleshooting/maintenance).
Familiarity with IDL programming language
Demonstrated ability to produce technical documentation.
Three years or more of computer programming in National Instruments Lab View.
Five years or more experience in computer networking.
Five years or more in a technical position related to data acquisition/control systems.
Five years or more experience in operating/supporting data acquisition systems.
Five years or more experience in operating/supporting control systems.
Security Clearance Required
Ability to obtain and retain DOE Q
Work Type
On-Site
Travel
No
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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