Timing Associate Engineer (SEA2)

Position Overview

The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) Engineering Division at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Science and Engineering Associate to develop, characterize, integrate, and maintain state of the art integrated timing systems in support of complex scientific and research programs.

Specific Responsibilities

• Support the construction, implementation, and maintenance of high stability, drift corrected timing systems, associated diagnostics and electronic systems, to meet the demanding requirements of the LCLS scientific program.
• Work with staff in the Laser Science and Technology Division as well as Laser Engineering to develop and maintain timing systems and executing accelerator-based experiments and X-ray based experiments.
• Propose and participate in projects to improve the capabilities and efficient operations of the LCLS laser program.
• Diagnose, maintain, modify, repair, and troubleshoot timing systems and associated diagnostic equipment.
• Prepare and review drawings, material lists, requisitions, job orders, engineering change requests, and other documents associated with development, fabrication, assembly, installations, and testing.
• Support work on scientific or engineering installations; plan and execute various phases of an operation, oversee schedule of equipment operations, and perform routine maintenance.
• Organize and maintain inventory of timing components, systems and sub-systems.
• Perform other related activities as directed.

To Be Successful In This Position

• You Will Bring BS in Electrical Engineering or related field or five years of equivalent work experience or combination of education and relevant technical experience in following areas:
  • Test and verification of RF systems (generally PLL, phase noise, jitter analysis measurements and methods)
  • Troubleshooting and maintenance experience
  • PCB design, layout, and manufacturing
  • Extensive experience in using oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and power supply unit (vector network analyzer and phase noise analyzer is a plus)
  • Experience with data analysis using Python/MATLAB, experimental process, and development of prototypes
  • Extensive analytical skills to troubleshoot, root cause and drive issue resolution
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal guidance in a diverse team environment
  • Experience applying complex scientific and engineering principles and practices to perform technical services and support
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear documentation, perform administrative duties, and research protocol maintenance related to research studies and/or scientific/engineering projects
  • Demonstrated ability to establish, communicate, and enforce compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
• Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.

Work Standards

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Classification Title

Science & Engineering Assoc 2

Grade

J

Job Code

4992

Duration

Regular Continuing