The University of Texas at Austin
Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, II, or III
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, II, or III
The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Space Research (CSR) is looking for a good, sound, forward-looking aerospace engineer at the RESA-I/II/III level to join our team. Overview
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Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, II, or III
role at The University of Texas at Austin. The RESA I, II, or III will carry out spaceflight engineering activities in support of GRACE Follow-On, GRACE-Continuity, and the QGG Pathfinder missions, including mission design, flight dynamics, requirements verification for flight systems, science traceability and requirements flowdown, and support for operations and science analyses. Position details
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer Earliest Start Date: Ongoing Position Duration: Expected to Continue Hiring Department: Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics Position Open To: All Applicants Job details
Notes
US permanent residency or citizenship is required due to sponsor requirements. About Us
The Center for Space Research (CSR) is an Organized Research Unit of the Cockrell School of Engineering. Our mission is to carry out scientific research from spaceborne platforms, in service to society, while educating all. CSR manages multi-million-dollar funding and space missions, focusing on data science, earth science data products, and aerospace engineering for space missions. CSR offers opportunities to work on the complete life-cycle of space missions, with collaboration across national labs and international partners. Responsibilities
Support spaceflight systems engineering activities, including requirements development, interface definition, and verification & validation planning. Perform data analysis of flight telemetry and housekeeping data to monitor spacecraft health, evaluate system performance, and assess space-environment impacts. Develop science data systems for upcoming missions, including data pipelines, analysis/visualization tools, quality analysis and quality control, and integration with mission operations. Conduct trade studies to evaluate alternative mission design approaches. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Other related functions as assigned. Qualifications
RESA I: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field. RESA II: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field or BS and two years of experience in Aerospace Engineering or related field. RESA III: MS and two years’ experience in Aerospace Engineering or a related field, or BS and four years’ experience in Aerospace Engineering or related field. For all levels: Familiarity with space flight environment and spaceflight systems engineering; strong foundation in aerospace systems and space flight dynamics; ability to carry out spaceflight analysis; programming and data analytics skills. Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills; technical writing; analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; time-management for on-time delivery. Ability to take initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in systems engineering practices (requirements, verification & validation, interface control); ability to analyze flight telemetry; proficiency in data analysis and programming (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++, or similar). Familiarity with database management systems (TimescaleDB/PostgreSQL and/or MongoDB) and visualization interfaces (Grafana, Plotly). Salary Range
RESA I: $70,000+ depending on qualifications RESA II: $80,000+ depending on qualifications RESA III: $90,000+ depending on qualifications Working Conditions & Schedule
May work around standard office conditions Repetitive keyboard use; use of a mouse; stairs climbing Typical office hours; occasional after-hours work Required Materials to Apply
Resume/CV 3 work references with contact information (at least one from a supervisor) Letter of interest Important for Applicants
For applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply; you will have options to upload additional materials (letter of interest, references) in the Application Questions section. Ensure ALL Required Materials are uploaded before submission. Once submitted, changes are not possible. For current UT employees or contingent workers: Apply within Workday; update your Professional Profile as needed before applying. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and any additional Required Materials noted above. Employment Eligibility & Compliance
Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months may apply for openings recruited through University-Wide or Open Recruiting. Retirement Plan Eligibility: TRS; Background Checks: Criminal history check will be required for finalists. E-Verify: UT Austin uses E-Verify; see posted notices for more details. Equal Opportunity Employer: UT Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Pay Transparency: UT Austin supports pay transparency and prohibits discrimination related to pay inquiries, with certain restrictions as described by policy. The university is compliant with Title IX and Clery Act requirements. The most recent Clery Act Security report is available through University Compliance Services.
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The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Space Research (CSR) is looking for a good, sound, forward-looking aerospace engineer at the RESA-I/II/III level to join our team. Overview
Join to apply for the
Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I, II, or III
role at The University of Texas at Austin. The RESA I, II, or III will carry out spaceflight engineering activities in support of GRACE Follow-On, GRACE-Continuity, and the QGG Pathfinder missions, including mission design, flight dynamics, requirements verification for flight systems, science traceability and requirements flowdown, and support for operations and science analyses. Position details
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer Earliest Start Date: Ongoing Position Duration: Expected to Continue Hiring Department: Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics Position Open To: All Applicants Job details
Notes
US permanent residency or citizenship is required due to sponsor requirements. About Us
The Center for Space Research (CSR) is an Organized Research Unit of the Cockrell School of Engineering. Our mission is to carry out scientific research from spaceborne platforms, in service to society, while educating all. CSR manages multi-million-dollar funding and space missions, focusing on data science, earth science data products, and aerospace engineering for space missions. CSR offers opportunities to work on the complete life-cycle of space missions, with collaboration across national labs and international partners. Responsibilities
Support spaceflight systems engineering activities, including requirements development, interface definition, and verification & validation planning. Perform data analysis of flight telemetry and housekeeping data to monitor spacecraft health, evaluate system performance, and assess space-environment impacts. Develop science data systems for upcoming missions, including data pipelines, analysis/visualization tools, quality analysis and quality control, and integration with mission operations. Conduct trade studies to evaluate alternative mission design approaches. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Other related functions as assigned. Qualifications
RESA I: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field. RESA II: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field or BS and two years of experience in Aerospace Engineering or related field. RESA III: MS and two years’ experience in Aerospace Engineering or a related field, or BS and four years’ experience in Aerospace Engineering or related field. For all levels: Familiarity with space flight environment and spaceflight systems engineering; strong foundation in aerospace systems and space flight dynamics; ability to carry out spaceflight analysis; programming and data analytics skills. Preferred Qualifications
Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills; technical writing; analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; time-management for on-time delivery. Ability to take initiative and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in systems engineering practices (requirements, verification & validation, interface control); ability to analyze flight telemetry; proficiency in data analysis and programming (Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, C++, or similar). Familiarity with database management systems (TimescaleDB/PostgreSQL and/or MongoDB) and visualization interfaces (Grafana, Plotly). Salary Range
RESA I: $70,000+ depending on qualifications RESA II: $80,000+ depending on qualifications RESA III: $90,000+ depending on qualifications Working Conditions & Schedule
May work around standard office conditions Repetitive keyboard use; use of a mouse; stairs climbing Typical office hours; occasional after-hours work Required Materials to Apply
Resume/CV 3 work references with contact information (at least one from a supervisor) Letter of interest Important for Applicants
For applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply; you will have options to upload additional materials (letter of interest, references) in the Application Questions section. Ensure ALL Required Materials are uploaded before submission. Once submitted, changes are not possible. For current UT employees or contingent workers: Apply within Workday; update your Professional Profile as needed before applying. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume and any additional Required Materials noted above. Employment Eligibility & Compliance
Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months may apply for openings recruited through University-Wide or Open Recruiting. Retirement Plan Eligibility: TRS; Background Checks: Criminal history check will be required for finalists. E-Verify: UT Austin uses E-Verify; see posted notices for more details. Equal Opportunity Employer: UT Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Pay Transparency: UT Austin supports pay transparency and prohibits discrimination related to pay inquiries, with certain restrictions as described by policy. The university is compliant with Title IX and Clery Act requirements. The most recent Clery Act Security report is available through University Compliance Services.
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