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Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies · 1 month ago

Research Engineer II

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies is a fast-growing government service provider seeking a Research Engineer II to provide research support administration services for their government customer. This role involves resolving engineering problems, supporting biomedical engineering functions, and coordinating design phases with contractor personnel while ensuring laboratory operations meet specifications.

CharityCommunitiesGovernment

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Resolve novel systems and identify engineering problems which require the development of new techniques or the innovative application of new state-of-the-art technology

Provides support in professional biomedical engineering functions involving medical research practices to support the laboratory’s efforts

Coordinate all design phases with contractor personnel (lab/project managers, other engineers, and technical support personnel)

Direct the integration, fabrication, and functional testing of systems after installation to ensure that performance meets specifications and protocol requirements

Sets up, operates, and calibrates laboratory equipment in accordance with research protocols

Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures

Assists in the maintenance of a clean and operational lab space

Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies for research

Compiles and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques

Assists with writing and editing material for publication and presentation

Reports on status of research activities

Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products

Maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook

Develop models of fluid flow in air and liquid systems

Qualification

Biomedical engineeringLaboratory equipment calibrationData analysis techniquesFluid flow modelingBasic Life Support certification

Required

Bachelor's degree plus 2 years' related experience, or a master's degree plus demonstrable experience

Maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)