Engineer - Research Engineer - UAS & Robotics Engineer

Key Skills

AI Robotic systems, C Programming, C# Programming, C++, Design, MATLAB Programming, Python Programming

Job Description

Who We Are:

Southwest Research Institute is seeking highly driven and skilled engineers for its Applied Power Division to develop prototype Unmanned Aerial Systems to solve national security challenges.

Objectives of this Role:

• Meet project goals by integrating existing commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware, software, and/or sensors.
• Design custom solutions to meet requirements not satisfied by available COTS components.
• Prepare for, support, and document field events such as prototype testing and client demonstrations.
• Seek out opportunities to learn, grow technically, and professionally in support of our clients' diverse technical needs.
• Contribute to the culture of safety and excellence within every project team.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Support all aspects of the design life cycle, including: initial concept design, peer review, client review, prototyping, lab/field testing, documentation, etc.
• Interface with other engineers, technicians, project managers, and clients to ensure requirements of the system are successfully achieved in a timely manner.
• Prioritize and balance a diverse set of tasks for different projects simultaneously.
• Contribute to reports and presentations conveying design concepts, project status, and test results to managers, colleagues, and clients.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors or Masters (preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related engineering degree
• FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot is preferred
• 1+ years: Embedded circuit design and software experience with hands-on assembly of mechanical components and testing
• 0-2 years: UAS/UAV technology knowledge with UAS whether through school research, extracurricular involvement, work experience, or extensive personal time (hobby)
• 0-3 years: Parts and assembly modeling and tolerancing
• Familiarity with MATLAB and Python; Embedded circuit design and software experience; experience in C or C# or C++ code
• A valid/clear driver's license is required

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Applied Power home page.

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