Research and Development Engineer University of California - Santa Barbara United States, California, Santa Barbara 1021 Anacapa Street (Show on map) Aug 15, 2026 Apply for Job
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88049
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UCSB Campus
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Full Time
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Job Posting Details Position Number:
41061333
Payroll Title:
RSCH AND DEV ENGR 3 TX
(004758)
Job Code:
004758
Job Open Date:
8/6/2026
Application Review Begins:
8/21/2026 Department Code (Name): PHYS (PHYSICS DEPT)
Percentage of Time:
100 Union Code (Name): TX-Technical Professionals Employee Class (Appointment Type):
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $89,679.60 to $127,159.20 /year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $89,679.60 to $164,638.80 /year.
Work Location:
Broida Hall - Room 1509
Working Days and Hours:
Mon-Fri; 8 am - 5 pm
Benefits Eligibility:
Full Benefits Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement:
The Physics Department is widely regarded as one of the premier physics departments in the world. UCSB's Physics faculty include four Nobel Laureates, 16 memberships of the National Academies, and a host of award-winning faculty. UCSB's relatively small Physics Department is now ranked among the top 10 graduate programs in the Nation. The complexity of the Department is represented by the provision of a broad set of support services: administrative, student affairs, extramural grant administration, staff support for instructional lecture and laboratory courses, outreach activities, computing services, a machine shop that supports student and faculty research, and a storeroom and purchasing staff that serve many campus departments. To learn more about our department, visit: www.physics.ucsb.edu Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at
UC Brief Summary of Job Duties:
The Research and Development Engineer serves the needs of a research group with a diverse set of interests related primarily to astrophysics. Focuses on the design and fabrication of a wide variety of analog and digital electronics systems as well as the supporting mechanical systems for which the electronics are designed. Many of the system designs will utilize embedded processing units. Uses a high level of electronics expertise with modern design tools for both the electronics (circuit design and PCB layout) as well a high level of expertise with mechanical design tools such as Siemens NX and related design tools. Interfaces and mentors undergraduate and graduate students. Participates in multiple meetings with the group researchers and students are required each week. Some support of remote instrument siting at the high-altitude station will also be expected on occasion.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in physics or engineering or a related field. 5 years of experience in Python and micro-Python computing language 5 years of experience collaborating with others in interfacing C++ to Python codes 3-5 years of experience utilizing CAD/CAM software in development of engineering drawings. 3-5 years of experience with development, design, and fabrication of various analog and digital electronic systems. 3-5 years of experience utilizing modern electronics design tools for both the electronics (circuit design and PCB layout). 3-5 years of experience leading a team of people on a technical project.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced knowledge associated with development, design and fabrication of electronic systems. Possess a high level of electronics expertise with modern design tools for both the electronics (circuit design and PCB layout) as well as with mechanical design tools such as Siemens NX and related design tools.
Special Conditions of Employment:
Satisfactory criminal history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
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Abusive Conduct in the
Workplace Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
60% Design, Fabrication, and Testing of Analog & Digital Circuits. - Designs, fabricates via prototyping and testing of both analog and digital circuits using advanced software such as Altium or Cadence. Analog systems consist of a wide variety of circuit design including: a. Low noise amplifiers from DC to 10 GHz b. Servo amplifier designs for a wide variety of motion control systems such as precision voice coil actuators for sub-micron resolution positioning c. Power supplies (both switching and linear) from low voltage (
