Research Engineering Designer/Drafting III

Research Engineering Designer / Drafting III Posting Number req19487 Department Steward Observatory Department Website Link Location Outside of Tucson Address UA Tech Park, 9040 S.

Rita Road, Tucson, AZ 85747 USA Position Highlights

The department of Steward Observatory seeks to fill one full time benefits eligible position of a Research Engineering Designer / Drafter III.

The selected candidate will apply known mechanical design and drafting theories and principles, the Designer / Drafter designs, details, and builds mechanical systems to support research in ground and space based and astronomy.

This includes designing, drawing, fabricating, and implementing mechanical hardware to accomplish the goals of the principal investigator and his program.

Specifically, the Mechanical Designer / Drafter will understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing and also use AutoCad, Autodesk Inventor, and SolidWorks, to support all projects at the University of Arizona.

This position will be located at the University Tech Park located at 9040 S. Rita Road.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays;

UA / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

This position prepares, develops, and designs, from sketches and / or instructions, preliminary and final manufacturing drawings, plans, diagrams, schematics and / or layouts used in ground and space-based instruments and telescopes, facilities, and utilities or in the fabrication, assembly, installation, modification, or repair of electronic, electrical, and / or mechanical equipment, components, and systems.

Work is performed under supervision and instructions are provided to prepare detailed drawings and design work. Works to tighter specifications, such as military specifications, where accuracy and precision are a requisite.

Prepares preliminary 3d models, drawings, and / or plans from initial project review meetings. This requires coordinating directly with engineers and project managers to understand project requirements and working out details such as design and drafting time required, strength and cost of material, amount of materials required for their portion of the project.

The designer / drafter then presents this information to the engineer and / or project manager for approval and / or modifications.

Performs field investigation of site, when applicable, to verify scope of project requirements and to perform on site measurements of parts, assemblies, or equipment that need to be repaired or modified.

Assist in ongoing project to standardize and unify design document standards by participating in meetings and preparing presentation materials as necessary.

Additional duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications HighSchool Diploma or GED and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required. Preferred Qualifications

Vocational or technical training in Design / Drafting. FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $ - $ per hour Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 9 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade.

Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture.

To learn more about compensation, please review our and our . Grade Range Minimum $ Grade Range Midpoint $ Grade Range Maximum $ Career Stream and Level OC3 Job Family Research Engineering Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required : Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 6 / 10 / 2024 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates

Open Date 5 / 10 / 2024 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed