Research Equipment Specialist

Research Equipment Specialist

***As required by our governmental client, this position requires an active USAccess clearance.***

The  Research Equipment Specialist will contribute to research on the the hydrologic data collection efforts of scientists in all 50 States, Puerto Rico and several other U.S. Territories. Hydrologic scientists and technicians measure and monitor streamflow, ground water levels and water quality at thousands of locations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Research Equipment Specialist: negotiable

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Research Equipment Specialist Responsibilities Include: 

• Performs testing, evaluation, and calibration activities related to: water quality monitors and sensors, and other water quality equipment, water-level sensors, flow measuring sensors including mechanical velocity meters, flumes, and acoustic Doppler systems, and data acquisition and telemetry systems.
• Performs duties related to the testing, evaluation, and calibration of data acquisition systems such as dataloggers and telemetry systems. Other duties, include but are not limited to: providing technical assistance to field personnel, maintaining appropriate test and laboratory records, entering testing records and charges in the supply chain software system or other databases, contacting vendors, contractors, or manufacturers to obtain information to aid testing of equipment, and resolving testing and equipment problems.
• Performs all duties related to the testing, evaluation, and calibration of water level sensors such as pressure sensors, radars, and encoders and other related electronic instrumentation. Other duties include but are not limited to: providing technical assistance to field personnel, maintaining appropriate test and laboratory records, entering testing records and charges in the supply chain software system or appropriate database; contacting vendors, contractors, or manufacturers to obtain information to aid testing of equipment, and to resolve testing and equipment problems.
• Inspects, tesst and verifies calibration of sensors and related equipment used for hydrologic measurement. This equipment includes: flumes, weirs, mechanical velocity meters, Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCP), Acoustic Doppler Velocity Meters, and radars. The contractor shall also perform duties such as, but not limited to: maintaining appropriate test and calibration facilities; setting up test equipment, programs, and facilities including the tow tank, jet tank, tilting flume, FlowTracker test tank, and ADCP test flume. Contract personnel also perform preliminary data analysis, assist other engineers to use hydraulic lab equipment and collect data; verify the use of standard operating procedures and assist in development of new procedures. Contractors also provide technical support, assistance, and laboratory management to customers on an “as needed” basis. This may include: providing estimates regarding labor and material requirements, performing monthly equipment maintenance and maintain associated files; inspecting and rebuilding current meters to USGS standards; providing technical assistance to field personnel; fabricating and repairing facility equipment and fixtures.
• Performs all duties related to the testing, evaluation, and calibration of data acquisition systems such as dataloggers and telemetry systems such as Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES) data collection. The contractor shall also perform duties, such as but not limited to: providing technical assistance to field personnel, maintaining appropriate test and laboratory records, entering testing records and charges in the supply chain software system or other database; contacting vendors, contractors, or manufacturers to obtain information to aid testing of equipment and to resolve testing and equipment problems; providing technical assistance to field personnel; maintaining appropriate test and laboratory records; entering testing records and charges in the supply chain software system or appropriate database; contacting vendors, contractors, or manufacturers to obtain information to support testing and to resolve testing and equipment problems.
• Performs quality assurance inspections and tests on incoming warehouse stock to ensure that the equipment meets the performance specifications.
• Performs activities associated with evaluation of new equipment and instruments. Equipment and instrument evaluations usually involve testing in environmental chambers or at field sites. The contractor shall perform various duties such as but not limited to: preparing test plans; setting up test equipment, test jigs, environmental chambers, equipment programs, and facilities; preliminary data analysis, and preparing written reports on the results of evaluations and testing procedures.
• Performs other quality assurance inspections and tests related to the ADCP, FlowTracker, National Ground Water Tape Calibration, and Mechanical Meter Quality Assurance Programs.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Research Equipment Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Systems Solutions is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Cherokee Federal, visit www.cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords:

• Hydrologic instruments
• Calibration
• Data acquisition
• Technical support
• Quality assurance

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