Research Engineer I, S2

What the role needs

• The Research Engineer I will provide engineering and technical support to Research Institute
• sponsored research programs. Responsibilities include mechanical design and analysis,
• experimental testing, modeling and simulation, data analysis, fabrication, and the design,
• integration, and operation of research equipment and laboratory systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely
• related engineering or technical field.
• 12-24 months of directly related full-time work experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, engineering analysis, CAD, manufacturing,
• and experimental testing principles.
• Ability to design, fabricate, assemble, and evaluate mechanical components, test fixtures,
• and research equipment.
• Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, fabrication systems, and

From the employer

Purpose of the Position: The Research Engineer I will provide engineering and technical support to Research Institute sponsored research programs. Responsibilities include mechanical design and analysis, experimental testing, modeling and simulation, data analysis, fabrication, and the design, integration, and operation of research equipment and laboratory systems. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering or technical field. 12-24 months of directly related full-time work experience Working knowledge of mechanical design, engineering analysis, CAD, manufacturing, and experimental testing principles. Ability to design, fabricate, assemble, and evaluate mechanical components, test fixtures, and research equipment. Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, fabrication systems, and engineering software applicable to assigned research. Ability to independently solve engineering problems and work effectively within multidisciplinary research teams, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Duties / Responsibilities Design, fabricate, assemble, and evaluate mechanical components, test fixtures, and research equipment. Operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, fabrication systems, and engineering software applicable to assigned research. Solve engineering problems and work effectively within multidisciplinary research teams, with strong written and verbal communication skills Develop experimental hardware, test fixtures, laboratory equipment, and specialized research systems. Assist in the preparation of technical and progress reports/summaries as required by contracted efforts. Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting engineering research, aerospace/defense, manufacturing, laboratory testing, or prototype development. Experience with CAD/CAE, mechanical design, additive manufacturing, fabrication, instrumentation, data acquisition, or automated systems. Experience developing experimental hardware, test fixtures, laboratory equipment, or specialized research systems. Familiarity with engineering analysis and computational tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, Minitab, or similar engineering software. Experience supporting RF/microwave, HPM, electromagnetic-effects, aerospace, or other defense-related research and testing. Secret Clearance Published Salary (if available): 63075 - 68150