Technician High Power Radiofrequency
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting multidisciplinary research in computing, AI, energy, materials, nuclear science, neutron science, isotopes, and national security.
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About Oak Ridge National Laboratory
ORNL is a government-owned, contractor-operated U.S. Department of Energy research laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. UT-Battelle operates ORNL for DOE; the laboratory currently provides AI and high-performance-computing capabilities alongside science and engineering research infrastructure.
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About the Role
You will lead daily operation and maintenance of high-power radiofrequency transmitter systems. You will troubleshoot and repair complex equipment, collaborate on system upgrades, supervise craft work, and provide occasional call-in support to maintain reliable and safe RF operations.
Requirements
- Associate degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or a related field and at least five years of related experience, or equivalent experience and training
- RF transmitting equipment
- Troubleshooting complex technical systems
- Multimeters
- Oscilloscopes
- Spectrum analyzers
- Network analyzers
Responsibilities
- Lead daily operation and maintenance of high-power radiofrequency systems
- Work with engineering to design, develop, and install system upgrades
- Test and repair equipment supporting high-availability operations
- Provide occasional call-in support
Benefits
- Medical plans
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work hours
- On-site fitness facilities
- Banking facilities
- Cafeteria facilities
- Prescription drug plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Contributory pension plan
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Vacation and holidays
- Parental leave
- Legal insurance with identity theft protection
- Employee assistance plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings accounts
- Wellness programs
- Educational assistance
- Employee discounts