The Accelerator Systems Division (ASD) provides best-in-class operation, maintenance and upgrade of the Advanced Photon Source (APS) accelerators and supports users in doing outstanding science in a safe environment.

ASD is seeking a Senior Technician to support high-power radiofrequency work. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintain electrical safety equipment to conform to ANL inspections/requirements.

Under the direction of engineers or chief technician, maintain, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair items such as, controls system components, interlock systems, custom modules, electronics chassis, programmable logic controllers, RF equipment and other similar electronic equipment. 

Fabricate and assemble custom RF chassis, circuit boards and other electronic equipment following IPC standards and other quality workmanship standards.

Proficiency in the use of soldering stations, hand and power tools, and general shop equipment is required. 

Maintain electronic system wiring, covering electrical and RF technologies, fabrication, installation, and testing of instrumentation. 

Diagnose and fix simple to complex problems affecting accelerator electrical and electronic systems using a variety of tools, devices, software, equipment and instrumentation.

Maintain logs and technical documentation by taking measurements and recording observations related to electrical and electronic system maintenance, system performance, and system modifications.

Participate in wide ranging activities such as: cable pulling, coordination of activities among other groups, documentation/configuration control and diagnosing problems on complex electronic equipment and computer-based systems.

Perform in a team environment with changing priorities.

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

A TECH Sr. level position requires a minimum education and experience of an Associate’s degree and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent.

Extensive experience with high-power radiofrequency (RF) systems, including testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

Proficiency in circuit board assembly, including soldering, component placement, and quality inspection.

Strong background in RF cable, construction, and repair, ensuring optimal performance and minimal signal loss.

Ability to service and modify model boards, adapting them for testing and optimization purposes.

In-depth knowledge of radio frequency principles, including wave propagation, impedance matching, and filtering.

Strong component-level troubleshooting skills, particularly in RF electronics, using test equipment like spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.

Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation related to RF circuits and systems.

Hands-on experience with RF connectors, coaxial cables, and waveguides for high-power applications.

Knowledge of industry standards and safety protocols for working with high-power RF systems.

Experience with CAD software for RF circuit layout and board design is a plus.

This position requires an on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois five days per week – The selected candidate should be available for on-call and call-in support when assigned.

Job Family

Union

Job Profile

Technician Sr - Electronics

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $38.47 - $46.71.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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