Research Engineer I, S2

UAH College of Business; Alabama; On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Engineer I position at UAH College of Business in Alabama provides engineering and technical support to Research Institute sponsored programs. Responsibilities include mechanical design and analysis, experimental testing, modeling and simulation, data analysis, fabrication, and the design, integration, and operation of research equipment and laboratory systems.

Candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 1–2 years of related experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering or technical field.
• 12-24 months of directly related full-time work experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, engineering analysis, CAD, manufacturing, and experimental testing principles.
• Ability to design, fabricate, assemble, and evaluate mechanical components, test fixtures, and research equipment.
• Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, fabrication systems, and engineering software applicable to assigned research.
• Ability to independently solve engineering problems and work effectively within multidisciplinary research teams, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to Research Institute sponsored programs.
• Mechanical design and analysis, experimental testing, modeling and simulation, data analysis, fabrication, and the design, integration, and operation of research equipment and laboratory systems.
• Support data analysis, fabrication, and operation of research equipment and lab systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

CAD

Experimental testing

Data analysis

Fabrication

Lab equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Minitab

Job description

Purpose Of The Position

The Research Engineer I will provide engineering and technical support to Research Institute sponsored research programs. Responsibilities include mechanical design and analysis, experimental testing, modeling and simulation, data analysis, fabrication, and the design, integration, and operation of research equipment and laboratory systems.

Job no: 504572

Department: Research Institute

Work type: Staff Full-time Exempt

Location: Alabama

Categories: Research - Engineering

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related engineering or technical field.
• 12-24 months of directly related full-time work experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, engineering analysis, CAD, manufacturing, and experimental testing principles.
• Ability to design, fabricate, assemble, and evaluate mechanical components, test fixtures, and research equipment.
• Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment, instrumentation, fabrication systems, and engineering software applicable to assigned research.
• Ability to independently solve engineering problems and work effectively within multidisciplinary research teams, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineering research, aerospace/defense, manufacturing, laboratory testing, or prototype development.
• Experience with CAD/CAE, mechanical design, additive manufacturing, fabrication, instrumentation, data acquisition, or automated systems.
• Experience developing experimental hardware, test fixtures, laboratory equipment, or specialized research systems.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis and computational tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, Minitab, or similar engineering software.

Experience Supporting RF/microwave, HPM, Electromagnetic-effects, Aerospace, Or Other

defense-related research and testing.

Secret Clearance

Published Salary (if Available)

63075 - 68150

Advertised:

Oct 23 2026 Central Daylight Time