Department: NIAR - Advanced Materials Research

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday; 40 hours per week

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Details

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU. NIAR is known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development.
The Advanced Materials Research group is looking for an Engineer with extensive knowledge in additive manufacturing (metallic and polymer) to join their team. This position will focus on all aspects of applied research involving these manufacturing processes and materials for various government and industry customers. Projects are focused on characterization and qualification of these materials and processes, as well as integration into cutting-edge applications.
This position will work closely with both engineers at NIAR and directly with the government and industry customer base. If you are detail oriented, enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and like being part of a team, consider applying for this position!

Job Summary

Performs daily laboratory activities with the objective of achieving optimal quality control, process implementation and project performance. Reports outcomes throughout the process and at project conclusion.

Essential Functions

Designs and conducts specialized research as instructed by senior laboratory staff Provide periodic status reports as requested and provide results report as project conclusion Reviews research laboratory procedures, recommends updates to current procedures and implements new procedures as appropriate.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Familiarity with Laser Powder Bed Fusion for Metallic AM.
Ability to write and use material and process specification documentation.
Understanding of material properties of various commonly used metallic materials within the aviation industry.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
Familiarity with Directed Energy Deposition Metallic AM preferred.
Familiarity with Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing for Metallic AM preferred.
Familiarity with Laser Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing for Metallic AM preferred.
Familiarity with Fused Deposition Modeling for Polymer AM preferred.
Understanding of nondestructive inspection technologies for metallic components preferred.
General understanding of metallic additive post-processing including, but not limited to, Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP), heat treatment, and machining.
Experience with Dassault Systèmes 3DExperience or CATIA V5
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements

Ability to inspect work, materials, equipment, and/or supplies and identify any errors, needs, and/or determining factors. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.