Research Engineer, College of Engineering, Daytona Beach Campus

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Daytona Beach, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s College of Engineering invites applications for an Aerospace Engineering Research Engineer to support faculty and student research within the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Daytona Beach Campus. This hands-on position plays an important role in the safe and effective operation of aerospace laboratories, workshops, and wind-tunnel facilities while helping researchers transform ideas into working experimental systems. The successful candidate will combine strong engineering fundamentals with practical fabrication, computer-aided design, laboratory operations, and safety expertise. The role regularly collaborates with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, researchers, university partners, and external scientists and engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Three to five years of related experience, including experience in experimental aerodynamics, engineering research, laboratory operations, or a closely related area.
• Advanced CAD experience, part design, assembly design, kinematics, finite element analysis, and engineering drawings, with emphasis on current GD&T standards.
• Knowledge of mechanics, solid mechanics, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, advanced computational methods, and nonlinear finite element methods.
• Knowledge of aviation and aerospace instrumentation, sensors, and wind-tunnel operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work productively with faculty, students, researchers, industry professionals, and technical and nontechnical colleagues.
• Demonstrated team-building, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision and to manage multiple priorities safely and responsibly.
• Experience working with and guiding young adults in laboratory, workshop, research, or educational settings.
• United States citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Industry or research experience relevant to aerospace laboratories, experimental aerodynamics, fabrication, or wind-tunnel operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support instructional, research, student-project, demonstration, and tour activities in aerospace laboratories, workshops, and wind-tunnel facilities.
• Assess requests for laboratory and shop use, advise on feasibility and potential modifications, and maintain a master schedule for shared facilities.
• Support aerospace engineering faculty and students in designing, building, modifying, and troubleshooting experimental apparatus and research equipment.
• Use computer-aided design and engineering tools to create parts, assemblies, drawings, simulations, and laboratory experiments.
• Perform machining, woodworking, welding, painting, plumbing, and sheet-metal fabrication as needed to support research and instruction.
• Train and guide students in the safe use of laboratory, machine-shop, and wind-tunnel equipment; provide design and manufacturability guidance.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair a broad range of laboratory equipment, machines, instrumentation, and facilities; coordinate outside repair or installation work when needed.
• Maintain equipment and supply inventories and assist with purchasing, specifications, installation planning, documentation, and budget-related activities.
• Serve as a safety advocate by implementing and reinforcing University and applicable occupational safety procedures, maintaining safety documentation, and identifying potential hazards.
• Assist with classes, laboratories, tours, and other training activities, and remain current through relevant conferences, training, and professional development.

Benefits

• 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree
• Discounted tuition rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26
• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan
• ERAU offers a 4% matching contribution to your retirement plan
• Up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year
• 3 days of paid leave granted upon hire
• 15 days of paid leave accrued throughout the year
• 9+ paid holidays
• Paid day after Thanksgiving
• Paid week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level