Senior Research Engineer I

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES); Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering invites applications for a Senior Research Engineer I in Fort Worth, TX. This staff role coordinates and oversees the Aerospace and Aviation Research Lab, overseeing design, procurement, installation, and operation of lab equipment and projects.

Requirements include a Master’s degree (or equivalent) and at least six years of related experience; preferred are MS/PhD in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering, CAD tools, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.
• Ability to handle Controlled Unclassified Information and security-clearance eligibility.
• MS/PhD in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering preferred; other fields considered with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Spec out a Digital Twins with AI agents and GPS-denied navigation lab in coordination with SMEs and supervisor.
• Design the lab layout with SMEs, supervisor, and vendors.
• Acquire equipment and supplies with SMEs and contracts teams.
• Install and check-out the equipment and ensure proper operation.
• Work with safety and facilities to meet all safety and security requirements.
• Prepare status reports and financial execution updates for management.
• Familiarize with lab operation to perform tests and data collection.
• Maintain safety and lab records, including training and inventory.
• Mentor students working in the lab and schedule lab usage.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in applicable field

MS or PhD in aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Senior Research Engineer I

Fort Worth, TX

Full time

Job Title

Senior Research Engineer I

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Fort Worth Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Fort Worth, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Purpose:

Coordinate and oversee the specs, design, procurement and operations of the Aerospace and Aviation Research Lab at the new Texas A&M Campus in Fort Worth. Assist with developing project timelines; getting quotes, communicating with vendors, overseeing delivery and installation of equipment, interacting with the finance team for payments and preparing reports for management. After the lab is completed, this individual will oversee the activation of the lab and the execution of the first few projects.

Responsibilities:

• In coordination with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and supervisor, spec out a Digital Twins with AI agents and GPS-denied navigation lab.
• Work with SMEs, supervisor, and vendors to design the lab layout.
• Work with SMEs, supervisor, contracting, finance, vendors, and others to acquire the equipment and supplies needed.
• Work with SMEs, supervisor, vendors, and others to install and check-out the needed equipment and supplies
• Work with the building managers and safety team to make sure this lab adheres to all the applicable safety and security measures
• Work independently to create status reports and briefs and financial execution updates.
• Become familiar with the operation of the lab to perform tests and measurements with the equipment acquired
• Be able to gather and process data for lab projects
• Maintain safety and lab records (e.g. training, equipment maintenance, inventory)
• Mentor students who work at the lab
• Design schedule for lab usage
• Performs related duties as required

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

What We Need:

• Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.

Other Requirements:

• Able to handle Controlled Unclassified Information, proprietary Information, and eligible for a security clearance.
• In rare occasions, might have to work outside of normal working hours for deadlines

What Is Helpful:

• MS or Ph.D. in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering are preferred but other engineering fields with relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience designing and activating aerospace facilities as well as knowledge of CAD programs like SolidWorks, Matlab, Python or a similar programming language.
• Strong oral and written communications skills are needed to prepare reports, status presentations, and interact with vendors and potential funding sources.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.

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.

Supervision of Others:

• This position may supervise employees.

Work Location:

• Fort Worth, TX.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest

Applications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.
• Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.
• Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.