Software Development Engineer, Advanced Materials Research

Position Information

Position Details Position Title Software Development Engineer, Advanced Materials Research Position Number NEW Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours Typically, 8am 5pm, Monday Friday.

Evenings and weekends may be required. The job is performed in person and on-site.

Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Description University Overview Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community.

This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones.

If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world this is the place where you belong.

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 a Software Developer with extensive knowledge of the software development life cycle and various programming languages.

This position will focus on web, application, and database development in support of applied research initiatives involving high-temperature composite materials (polymer, ceramic, carbon) and additively manufactured materials (metallic and polymer) for various government and industry customers.

This position will be based in Wichita, KS and will 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 committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities.

Wichita State University 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 the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society.

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 diversity, equity and inclusion, 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

• Ability to create required codes using the most effective tools, applications, and other resources and keep them confidential.
• Ability to develop software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage and work processes;

investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.

• Ability to produce an effective database system according to customer needs and specifications. This includes collecting data, analyzing the data, designing algorithms, drawing flowcharts, and implementing code for the logic developed.
• Run performance testing procedures to ensure the proper operations of developed database and ensure error-free performance.
• Able to create technical documentation to guide the development of other software developers / engineers or provide information for users.
• Able to provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for improving the operation of existing web / software applications by conducting analysis and recommending changes.
• Ability to apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and protocols in projects; make recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript languages.
• Familiarity with web libraries Node JS, React, and Angular preferred.
• Strong proficiency with SQL and its variation among popular databases.
• Proven experience as a .NET Developer.
• Familiarity with Python, TensorFlow, Keras, and SKLearn preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lead and train support staff, as needed.

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.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous time off accruals
• Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 9 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
• Additional holidays and / or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
• Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Shared Leave Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart

You can find more information on benefits in the .

Requisition Details

Requisition Details Posting Date 12 / 30 / 2023 Closing Date Proposed Start Date

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements Physical Requirements

• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and / or stairs.
• Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces.
• Ability to position self to move and / or transfer materials and / or supplies.
• Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and / or across external environments.
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation.
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
• Ability to interpret effectively, accurately and impartially, both receptively and expressively.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

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.

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