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Location

Las Cruces, NM | United States

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Job description

499448
Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
Staff
Staff Full-time
Closing at: Mar 4 2024 at 23:55 MST

Position Title: PSL R&D Engineer,Assc

Employee Classification: PSL R&D Engineer,Assc

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470725-PSL TELEMETRY MISSILE SYSTEMS

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with education and experience.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.00

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary: Please join our Telemetry Missile Systems department as a R&D Engineer, Assc!

Classification Summary:
To provide field engineering support in order to fulfill PSL contractual obligations. Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of an assortment of research and development engineering duties such as developing, designing, and evaluating new approaches to meet project objectives, planning of manufacturing and fabricating, and installation, operation, and maintenance of complex apparatus. Provides support in the use of devices for commercial, domestic, and industrial use. Works directly with engineers in other disciplines to augment production size and value and meet customer and contract specifications and requirements.

Classification Standard Duties:
Assists in the design, build, test, and integration of equipment which may include hardware and software design, and draws up plans and specifications for projects, using computer-assisted engineering and design software. Estimates material, and labor costs, and project timelines. Tests installations and systems, and analyzes data observing all applicable electrical and safety regulations. May provide assistance with the oversight of inspection and maintenance programs. May attend meetings, write reports and give presentations to managers and clients as required.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Education- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Experience- No previous work experience required.
Equivalency- None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of research and development engineering principles, procedures, and standards applicable to the job. Can apply engineering principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Familiar with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures required to successfully execute mission or experiment goals. Understanding of the University’s mission, vision and goals.
Excellent communication skills. Excellent engineering, math, science, technology and IT skills. Excellent team-working and people skills. Good budgetary skills. Strong decision-making skills. Skill in short- and long-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation; public contact and relations; research methods.
The ability to analyze complex problems and assess possible solutions. The ability to explain design ideas clearly. The ability to prioritize and plan effectively. Ability to direct, train, evaluate and supervise the work of assigned personnel; communicate effectively in written and oral form; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct several activities; analyze and evaluate information; operate a computer and various electronic equipment; generate, read and interpret schematic, functional flow and wiring diagrams; interpret military standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs assigned engineering tasks. Prepares engineering designs, drawings and specifications for assigned projects. Provides project field support for various telemetry systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Ability to obtain a DoD clearance and maintain clearance throughout employment.
This position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements.
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
This position has been established as a primary key position under the “All Hazard Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)” and is essential to operational continuity and/or recovery. In an emergency situation, primary key positions are required to report to work unless directed by supervisor or public safety authorities not to report for health and safety reasons.

Department Contact: [email protected]

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

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