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Job Title

Senior Research Engineer, Levels I - IV

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Bush Combat Development Complex

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 11 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Title:

Senior Research Engineer - Laser Diagnostics and Directed Energy, Levels I - IV

Job Description Summary:

The Senior Research Engineer - Laser Diagnostics & Directed Energy independently applies advanced knowledge of scientific research or engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields at the George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex (BCDC). The applicant will be expected to provide direct support for aero-optics and laser diagnostic experimental testing within the Aerospace Laboratory for Lasers, ElectroMagnetics and Optics (ALLEMO), the National Aerothermochemistry and Hypersonics Laboratory (NAL), and the Ballistic, Aero-Optics and Materials (BAM) Range.

The ALLEMO is a multipurpose laboratory that integrates a range of laser-based and plasma-based technologies to facilitate aerodynamic and aero-optic research and development. The ALLEMO facility employs laser and electromagnetic concepts to understand high-speed aerodynamics, laser propagation, long-range detection of trace hazardous gases, plasma-based methods for flow control, guiding of electromagnetic and laser radiation, and advanced energy conversion methods. The ALLEMO is collocated with the NAL, providing complimentary laser diagnostic tools to support hypersonic research and a wide range of other research capabilities that take advantage of the NAL hypersonic wind tunnels. The BAM Range at BCDC will be a large-scale, fully enclosed multi-disciplinary research and development facility capable of evaluating high energy laser propagation, hypersonic aerothermodynamics, and hypervelocity impact response of materials and structures. The BAM Range will help researchers investigate the influence of weather effects, like precipitation, particulates, and air turbulence, on the transmission of high-energy lasers and battlefield communications.Responsibilities:

• Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved research or engineering techniques and procedures of interest to the Department of Defense or defense industrial base. Work is expected to result in the development of new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or scientific methods and approaches.

• In a supervisory capacity, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs a large and significant project, or several small projects with numerous complex features.

• Leads or participates in team research activities involving faculty, professional staff, and students.

• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities.

• Assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed tests, products and equipment when necessary data is insufficient or confirmation by testing is advisable.

• Plays a key role in the acquisition of research funding; identifies sources of new contract funding and directs/participates in research proposal preparation and presentation.

• Develops technical reports and presentations and presents results of research projects to internal and external stakeholders.

• Acts as primary author or Key contributor on peer reviewed Journal articles, papers, and/or presentations.

• Provides ideas to improve organizational efficiency at all levels of the unit/department.

• Develops and initiates technical standards through interactions with professional societies and key clients.

• Effectively uses peer network to expand technical capability and business development opportunities.

• Participates in external seminars, workshops, professional societies, and committees.

• Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:

Minimum qualification for the Senior Research Engineer I

• Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Six years of relevant experience.

Minimum qualification for the Senior Research Engineer II

• Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Eight years of relevant experience.

Minimum qualification for the Senior Research Engineer III

• Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Ten years of relevant experience.

Minimum qualification for the Senior Research Engineer IV

• Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Twelve years of relevant experience.

  Registration, Certifications, and Licenses:

  • Must be able to gain and maintain a DoD (Department of Defense) security clearance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in identifying sources of external funding.- Experience in proposal writing.- Experience in leading research projects.- Experience in the development of applied research programs enabling system integration.- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively through informal and formal documents, reports, and presentations to senior management. - Strong technical writing skills.- Excellent organizational and project management skills.- Highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.- Familiarity with principles of Agile project management and technology development.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Applied Physics.

• Advanced diagnostics for high-speed aerodynamics, long-range detection of trace hazardous gases and pollutants.- Plasma-based methods for flow control, guiding of electromagnetic and laser radiation, and advanced heat removal methods.- Background in optics, gas dynamics, nonlinear optics, high-rate materials science or solid mechanics, plasma processes and/or advanced diagnostics.

• High energy lasers and directed energy related technologies.

• Diagnostics related efforts include research on methods to measure high speed flows including free stream properties, near surface phenomena and post shock wave conditions.- For directed energy applications the research involves methods to correct for distortions associated with the propagation of coherent and incoherent light through turbulent and partially obscuring media and may include the development of advanced "guide star" concepts, filaments, and plasma-based methods for correction and guiding.- Experience in applied research and development.

  Other Requirements:

  This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.