Research Engineer II

RESEARCH ENGINEER II

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Early-career Systems Engineering position for UAB's Engineering and Innovative Technology Development (EITD) group. Assist with the development, tracking, test planning, and verification testing of project requirements and flight operations support for payload systems for space applications. Develop detailed system engineering documents and data analysis for requirement development and verification, as well as for post-flight and pre-flight support. Review and check engineering documentation produced by others for adherence to technical specifications, quality standards, and requirements. Demonstrate effective technical communication to work closely with engineers of other disciplines to develop high-reliability integrated systems. Engineering and Innovative Technology Development (EITD) was created to support the development of specialized research instruments for ground and microgravity-based research experiments. Since 1990, we have grown into a full-service organization, providing customers with a range of solutions from technical guidance to complete turn-key systems and services from concept through fabrication, deployment, and operational support. Our engineers are experienced in design, development, and commercialization of innovative hardware and software systems for the aeronautic and life sciences industry. As one of the nation's leading developers in cold stowage hardware for use in microgravity and exploration, our expertise covers mechanical, electrical, and software design, fabrication, assembly, test, and sustainment; as well as, systems engineering, safety and verification documentation / closeout, crew training, launch site support, mission operations, and recovery. US Citizens only. Reports to EITD Systems Engineering Section Lead Assists in development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. Performs simple and routine engineering design tasks with standard techniques. Assists more senior engineers in the preparation of requirements, plans, data analysis, and reports. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Support meetings, teleconferences, and travel as required by projects. May be required to work nights and weekends, as necessary, to support real-time flight operations. Travel to support testing and launch/return activities for approx. 7-day periods, 5-10 trips per year possible.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Assists in development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems.
• Support meetings, teleconferences, and travel as required by projects.
• Travel to support testing and launch/return activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: This position is assigned to Wage Grade W.G375 with a full Compensation-approved range of $ 67,070.00 – $108,990.00 annually (midpoint $87,190).

Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and the department’s budgeted amount for the role. Applicants whose stated salary expectations fall outside the posted grade range may not be considered.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering related field. Four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Ability to use various engineering and documentation/analysis software, MS Word, and Excel
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to work independently
• Conflict resolution skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Technical Communication skills (verbal written)
• Prioritization skills
• Process improvement and quality skills
• Ability to train others
• Experience working within an industrial quality standard program
• Systems Engineering experience with spaceflight or aerospace applications
• Systems Engineering experience for development and production of embedded / integrated systems
• Development experience
• Systems Engineering experience with ISO9001 and AS9100
• Quality Programs Operations support for NASA or commercial space activities
• Experience using CAD software (e.g. SolidEdge or SolidWorks)