Senior Research Engineer, Level III - IV

Senior Research Engineer, Levels III - IV

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 George H.W. Bush Combat Development Complex (BCDC), part of the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS), invites applications for a full-time Senior Research Engineer, Level III or IV in the focus area of ALIAS - Texas Project. The BCDC is the result of a partnership between the Department of Defense, Texas A&M University System, and the State of Texas. The $200 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 to help accelerate military innovation for our nation's defense.

The Senior Research Engineer III-IV independently applies advanced knowledge of scientific research or engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields related to the ALIAS-Texas Project. Uses a wide application of complex principles, theories and concepts in the specific field or fields. Works on complex problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of intangible variance factors. The Senior Research Engineer III-IV will play a critical role in the development and execution of projects supporting the ALIAS-Texas Project within the Bush Combat Development Complex.

Responsibilities:

• Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved research or engineering techniques and procedures.
• In a supervisory capacity, plans, develops, coordinates, and directs several large and significant projects or a project of major scope and importance.
• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of projects and activities to be carried out by others.
• Presents invited papers; primary author or key contributor on major reports, products, papers, presentations, and peer reviewed journals.
• Provides mentoring and training of research staff; uses national network to identify high caliber research talent.
• Develops and initiates technical standards through interactions with professional societies and key clients.
• Participates in strategic planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Minimum qualification for a Senior Research Engineer III - Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ten years of related experience. Minimum qualification for a Senior Research Engineer IV - Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Twelve years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of engineering and/or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols.
• Engineering and/or scientific design and testing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in the development and implementation of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning for mission critical applications.
• Doctorate degree in Engineering.
• Extensive experience in Aviation, Sensor & Network Integration.

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.