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Job Title

Research Engineer II - Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis

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% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

The Research Engineer II - Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis will apply advanced knowledge of scientific research or engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields; devise new approaches to problems encountered; use a wide application of complex principles, theories and concepts in the specific field or fields; work on complex problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangible variance factors: and act as a principal investigator on various projects. This position will provide subject matter expertise and direct support for hypersonic experimental testing within the National Aerothermochemistry and Hypersonic Flight Laboratory (NAHL) and the Ballistic, Aero-Optics, and Materials (BAM) Range.

The BCDC - located on the 2,000-acre RELLIS Campus in Bryan, TX - is an ecosystem for agile technology development and service-member-inspired research. The BCOC is the result of a partnership between the U.S. Army Futures Command and The Texas A&M University System, TEES, and the State of Texas. The S200 million complex is designed to bring together researchers from U.S. universities, the military, and the private sector for collaboration, demonstrations, and high-tech testing of initiatives 10 help accelerate military innovation for our nation's defense.

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.- Supports the planning, development, and coordination of a large and significant project and may also lead small projects with numerous complex features.- 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 participates in research proposal preparation and presentation.- Prepares technical reports and presentations for 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.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

-Two years of related experience.

• Experience in proposal writing. - Experience in identifying sources of external funding. - Experience in leading research projects. - Experience In the development of applied research programs enabling system integration. - Experience in MATLAB or Python.

  Registration, Certifications, and Licenses:

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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. - Technical background in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and/or aerodynamic analysis. - Relevant understanding of compiled programming languages (i.e. Fortran. C++, etc.).

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

  Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. In Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. - Experience in computational high-speed aerothermodynamics and fluid mechanics, including shock/boundary layer interactions, aerothermochemistry, aerodynamic performance, fluid structure interactions, flow control, and/or hypersonic system performance. - Experience in finite element analysis tools and applications.

• Experience in wind tunnel experiments and/or design.

• Experience using CAD software (i.e. SolidWorks, CATIA, Inventor, NX, etc.).

• Experience with command-line based bash or shell scripting to automate/optimize workflow.

• Experience in applied research and development.

• Familiarity with complimentary computational techniques/codes, such as finite Element Analysis (FEA) or NEQAIR.

  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.

Thank you for your interest in employment with System Offices within The Texas A&M University System. Working for System Offices (https://www.tamus.edu/offices/) means that you would be a part of a team that provides leadership and services to The Texas A&M University System's eleven universities , eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, and the RELLIS campus. The System Offices is headquartered in the Moore-Connally Building in College Station, Texas.  However, positions are also available in other locations and are varied. So, whether you are looking for an executive, professional, technical or support position, we invite you to consider becoming part of System Offices! If you have questions, please contact us at (979) 458-6169 or email SystemOfficesEmployment@tamus.edu . The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6169​.

Moore/Connally Building

301 Tarrow Street College Station, Texas 77840

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System Office has departments in other locations in the Bryan/College Station area as well as in Austin, TX and Washington D.C.

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