Research engineer Jobs in Wichita, KS

Position Information

Position Details Position Title NIAR Research Engineer, Advanced Materials Research - Wichita, KS Position Number NEW Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours Typically 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. Evenings and weekends may be required dependent upon business needs.

The job is performed in person and on-site in Wichita, KS. Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Description University Overview Wichita State University has a long tradition of excellence and innovation that serves the country’s defense and commercial aviation sectors. Collaboration with industry, government and academia is a critical part of the culture at WSU. Position Specific Responsibilities The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU. NIAR is known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development.

The Advanced Materials Research group is looking for an Engineer with extensive knowledge in additive manufacturing (metallic and polymer) to join their team. This position will focus on all aspects of applied research involving these manufacturing processes and materials for various government and industry customers. Projects are focused on characterization and qualification of these materials and processes, as well as integration into cutting-edge applications.

This position will be based in Wichita, KS and will see you work closely with both engineers at NIAR and directly with the government and industry customer base. If you are detail oriented, enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and like being part of a team, consider applying for this position. Summary of Responsibilities Independently interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments in a field or specialization of an engineering discipline. Formulates and conducts research on problems of considerable scope and complexity. Explores subject area and defines scope and selection of problems for investigation through conceptually related studies or series of projects of lesser scope. Essential Functions

• Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates engineering research assignments concerned with unique or controversial problems. Applies diversified knowledge of engineering research principles, practices, and protocols in research projects; makes recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making in a specialty area. Formulates and conducts systematic problem analysis and resolution in an area of considerable scope and complexity through series of complete and conceptually related studies, or through a variety of projects of lesser scope. Receives administrative supervision, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
• Develops model concepts and approaches as an individual researcher and acts independently on technical matters.
• Collaborates with users and principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects; provides technical leadership and technique consultation.
• May prepare analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication; presents findings at local, national, and / or international meetings. May prepare, or assist with the preparation of, materials for grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities.
• Serves as investigator on single or multiple projects of complexity and scope consistent with above criteria, and / or manages a research unit. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and / or systems.

Commitment Wichita State University is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard : to be a university that promotes inclusive excellence at every level of our organization. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of inclusive excellence; a place to learn, work, live and play. Requirements Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field by hire date

Preferred Education Master’s degree in related field by hire date.

Minimum Experience

Two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Experience Three (3) years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Licenses, Certificates and Registrations None Sponsorship No, due to budget constraints, the University will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position. User Export Compliance This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under . export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “. Citizen”. Additional Information Special Instructions Department Information Department 102156-NIAR - Composites & Structures Salary Information Pay Information Commensurate with experience Overtime Eligibility No Eligible for Shift Differential? No Benefits Eligible? Yes Benefit Information Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.

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Requisition Details

Requisition Details Posting Date 07 / 19 / 2024 Closing Date Proposed Start Date

Physical Demands

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Physical Weight Category Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects. Additional Physical Demands Physical Demands Atypical Physical Job Requirements