Research engineering technician aerospace mechanical engineering at The University of Arizona Tucson, AZ

Position Overview

The University of Arizona’s Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering department is seeking a part‐time Research Engineering Technician II in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will assist with investigations of laminar turbulent transition in hypersonic boundary layers using direct numerical simulations and linear stability theory.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist under the supervision of the PI and collaborating faculty with investigations of laminar turbulent transition in hypersonic boundary layers.
• Perform literature reviews to track advances in the field.
• Learn and apply direct numerical simulations and linear stability theory.
• Participate in co-authoring peer-reviewed conference papers, journal manuscripts, and preparing conference presentations and posters.
• Communicate results through written reports and group discussions.
• Follow standard operating procedures to support engineering research functions, including technical report writing and basic statistical analysis.
• Represent the project at conferences, symposiums, and similar events as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Proficiency in programming (e.g., Matlab, Python, C, C++).
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with C, C++ and/or Fortran.
• Prior work or internship experience in industry.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $20.33 - $25.41 per hour
• Employment Type: Part Time (19 hours per week)
• Benefits: Not eligible