SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - SPACE AVIONICS - AUSTIN, TEXAS
Southwest Research Institute

Job Info

Job Summary:
Join our Austin Space Science and Engineering team! Provide support to engineering design teams in selecting, evaluating and documenting compliance to specification of electrical, electronic, electromechanical and electro-optical parts. Make recommendations regarding appropriate components, researching and suggesting alternatives, and documenting decisions, with minimal direction. You will be responsible for procurement management of all EEE parts. Collaborate with electrical design engineers to help them select appropriate parts given project requirements, schedule and cost limitations. Conduct presentations to customers and clearly communicate with design team member. Must develop an understanding of component lead times, design fluidity, and how that impacts project deliverables in order to manage procurements related to EEE parts. Applications will include military and space products.

Education/Experience:
Requires a BS degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering degree with 5-8 years of engineering experience; 3 of which must be as a Parts Engineer. Working knowledge of NASA EEE-INST-002 preferred. Working knowledge of EEE parts TORs a benefit. EEE parts Procurement management experience is required. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Strong communication skills are required. Knowledge of electronic components and basic electronics design is preferred. Must be able to collaborate in a team environment and have initiative to handle projects autonomously. Background in statistical process control a plus. Background in electronics component manufacturering a plus. Must be willing to travel. A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Considerations:
Work assignment is in Austin, Texas. Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR work in section.