NIAR APEX Engineering Student Assistant

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY is seeking a part-time Student Assistant to support various lab projects and tasks at NIAR's APEX lab. The position offers $15-$20 per hour based on experience.

The candidate will assist staff with engineering projects, maintain tools, and contribute to maintaining a clean lab environment. A high school diploma is required, along with skills in CAD and Microsoft Office.

Students must have their own transportation for potential local travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support staff with reverse engineering projects.
• Assist in maintaining tools and equipment.
• Help keep a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

CAD software

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Department

NIAR APEX Advanced Prod Execution

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 - 20 per hour

Work Schedule

Based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

NIAR’s APEX lab is looking for students to work with multiple lab capabilities for various projects at HAMR. Students may be required to learn about CAD and other software products and hardware. They will support a variety of projects and programs for the lab. Their task may range from classroom support and project research to direct industry program support. Employees will be expected to assist lab staff in any way possible to help make the lab successful, presentable to customers, and accomplish projects in a timely manner.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

• Support staff with reverse engineering projects.
• Interpret existing engineering and quality data.
• Model components from various data sources.
• Assist staff with research project development.
• Assisting staff on the industry level support.
• Operate and help maintain tools and equipment.
• Help keep a clean and safe work environment.
• Assisting staff with the development of training materials.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience utilizing a CAD software program.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and bill of material systems.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs.
• Ability to work with complex systems.
• Able to work 20+ hours each week.
• Effectively prioritize and manage workflow.
• Ability to work independently on extensive tasks.

Additional Information

Students must have their own transportation, as some local travel between facilities may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.