Robotics Technician

Summary

NIST is seeking a Robotics Technician to conduct technical and operational support to evaluate and enhance robot capabilities in manufacturing and other applications. In this role, your work will advance the operation, programming, and maintenance of robotic systems and measurement equipment to support laboratory experiments and the development of standards.

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Duties

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NIST's Engineering Laboratory promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology for engineered systems to enhance economic security and improve quality of life.

Within this laboratory, the Intelligent Systems Division develops, advances, and deploys measurement science and standards to speed the development, adoption, and integration of leading-edge intelligent technologies, smart manufacturing, and robotics.

As a Robotics Technician, you will:

• Program, operate, and maintain collaborative, industrial, and autonomous robotic systems.
• Operate, compensate, and calibrate advanced measurement equipment, including laser trackers, 3D scanners, and oscilloscopes.
• Conduct and support laboratory and field experiments to facilitate data acquisition, analysis, and the development of standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized laboratory spaces, oversee equipment documentation, and manage parts procurement and staff training.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Merit applicants must meet time-in-grade/band requirements, as applicable
• Bargaining Unit Position: No

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level (or ZT-I at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience supporting robotics and laboratory operations, including

• using computer-aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks to design parts, end-of-arm tooling, or fixtures;
• programming or operating robotic systems
• operating fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printers; and
• collecting, processing, and analyzing data using software

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Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study in an appropriate field of physical science.

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Combination of education and experience.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.

If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

Education

This position allows applicants to qualify with education . Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required before a final offer of employment.

Use of foreign education for qualifications An accredited organization must evaluate education completed outside of the U.S. to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with course-by-course listing) is required with your application.

Additional information

This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS), a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Learn more about the APMS here!

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NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. For more information, please visit our Careers website.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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