Research Engineer

Chickasaw Nation Industries; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

401(k) Immediate Vesting

Professional Development

Legal-Aid Assistance

Family Planning / Fertility

Paid Time Off

Federal Holidays

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI) seeks an entry-level Research Engineer to support R&D efforts at Fort Novosel, AL. You will assist in planning experiments, collect data, and collaborate with senior engineers to develop new technologies and processes.

The role emphasizes literature reviews, prototype construction, testing, and documentation, with security clearance considerations and federal contractor requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 0–2 years of experience or equivalent
• Ability to obtain, maintain, and access classified information at the Secret level
• Experience with coding and data analysis in research settings
• Strong collaboration with senior researchers or engineers

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting research experiments or projects
• Collect and analyze data using various tools and techniques
• Collaborate with senior researchers to develop new technologies or processes
• Perform literature reviews and stay updated with advancements
• Assist in designing and constructing prototypes or experimental setups
• Conduct tests to evaluate performance of prototypes or systems
• Document procedures, results, and observations accurately
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and proposing solutions
• Stay updated with regulations, standards, and safety protocols

Skills

Python

Linux

Raspberry Pi

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raspberry Pi

Job description

SUMMARYThe Research Engineer i s an entry-level position in the field of research and development. They work under the guidance of senior researchers or engineers to support research projects, conduct experiments, and analyze data. They contribute to the development of new technologies , products, or processes.Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business ( Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation ) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act .ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSThe ability to obtain, maintain, and access classified information at the Secret level.Coding knowledge - Python, Linux. Raspberry Pi-FocusedAny experience working with patient evacuation testing and researchOnsite 5 days a week at Fort Novosel, AL.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential D uties and responsibilities include the following . Other duties may be assigned.Assist s in planning and conducting research experiments or projects.Collect s and analyze s data using various tools and techniques.Collaborate s with senior researchers or engineers to develop new technologies , products, or processes.Perform s literature reviews and stays updated with the latest advancements in the field.Assist s in the design and construction of prototypes or experimental setups.Conduct s tests and measurements to evaluate the performance of prototypes or experimental systems.Document s experimental procedures, results, and observations accurately.Assist s in troubleshooting technical issues and proposing solutions.Collaborate s with cross-functional teams to share findings and insights.Stay s updated with relevant regulations, standards, and safety protocols.E DUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachel or's degre e and zero to two ( 0 - 2 ) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus . Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic .The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.E OE including D isability/ V etCNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:MedicalDentalVision401(k)Family Planning/Fertility AssistanceSTD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&DLegal-Aid ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal HolidaysTraining and Development OpportunitiesYour application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).#INDCNI