R&D Engineer II

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Company: Oklahoma State University

Location: Stillwater, OK 74074

Description:

Position Details

Req ID:

req18858

Position Title:

R&D Engineer II

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

AS6818

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Mechanical & Aero-Space Engr

Location Address:

300 Engineering South
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Dr. Andrew S Arena Professor and Noble Foundation Chair

Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):

33.46 - 45.00, Hourly

Work Schedule:

TBD

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Perform and lead teams in all aspects of research, design, and fabrication of unmanned aircraft systems including aerodynamics, stability and control, structures, avionics, and related systems using knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of design for these systems as well as hands-on experience. Conduct system, subsystem and component level characterization, exploitation, and analysis of unmanned aircraft systems. Support engineering efforts for problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation for complex systems Reverse-engineer, analyze and document aircraft vehicle systems Position will require travel to meet with customers as well as perform flight tests, and participate in DoD testing events.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Three years experience in analyzing, designing, fabricating, and flight testing small unmanned fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Fabrication of composite aircraft. Use and programming autopilots. Operation and analysis of small unmanned aircraft propulsion systems including internal combustion (2-stroke, 4-stroke, gas turbine) and electric. Must be eligible for a U.S. Secret Clearance.

Composites fabrication, aeronautics analysis and design skills, small propulsion system analysis and operation, basic shop skills. Software: Solidworks, MS suite, MathCAD, Arduplane.

Must be able to work in cold (down to 10 deg F) and hot temperatures (up to 125 deg F) day or night.

Must be able to lift 25 lbs occasionally (lifting and repetitive motions)

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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