Research Engineer II

Job Title

Research Engineer II

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Texas Center For Applied Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,000.00 monthly

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Who We Are

Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

The Research Engineer II position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining advanced models, simulations, and digital twins to support training, operations, and decision-making to meet customer requirements of the Texas A&M Center for Applied Technology. Specific technical activities include working closely with subject-matter experts, engineers, and analysts to gather requirements, validate models, and ensure developed models, simulations, and digital twins align with real-world scenarios; designing, developing, and maintaining high-fidelity models, simulations, and digital twins that accurately represent domain specific systems, tactics, and scenarios; performing rigorous testing, analysis and validation of models, simulations, and digital twins to ensure accuracy and reliability; and developing and maintaining documentation for models, simulations, and digital twins, including user manuals, technical reports, and presentations. Candidates must be able to work independently as well as part of a team, and write clean, elegant code that maximizes functionality and efficiency. Those who are self-motivated, curious, adaptive, and exercise independent thought and judgment are the primary candidates for this opportunity. Candidates should have a desire to stay abreast of changes in technology as it relates to their work, and must be able to evaluate and identify new technologies to support projects. Candidates should be able to interface with customers to define product requirements and provide technology support as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with subject-matter experts, engineers, and analysts to gather requirements, validate models, and ensure developed models, simulations, and digital twins align with real-world scenarios. (20%)
• Design, develop, and maintain high-fidelity models, simulations, and digital twins that accurately represent domain specific systems, tactics, and scenarios using programming languages and simulation software. (20%)
• Perform rigorous testing, analysis and validation of models, simulations, and digital twins to ensure accuracy and reliability. (10%)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of models, simulations, and digital twins into the overall system design and development process. (10%)
• Provide training and support to personnel and other stakeholders on the use of models, simulations, and digital twins. (10%)
• Develop and maintain documentation for models, simulations, and digital twins, including user manuals, technical reports, and presentations. (10%)
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in modeling, simulation, MBSE, and digital twin technologies, and apply best practices to projects. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (10%)
  
  

What we need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
  
  

What is helpful:

• Master of Science degree in Computer Science, or an accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science with an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
• Related experience in a military or defense context.
• Proven experience in modeling and simulation, MBSE, and digital twins, preferably in a complex system engineering environment.
• Experience in developing and deploying digital twins in real-world environments (e.g., military, homeland security, industrial, etc.).
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in use of modeling and simulation tools and software, such as Simulink, SysML, and other relevant MBSE tools (e.g., GENESYS, Cameo, MagicDraw, OpenModelica, etc.).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C , Python, or Java.
• Knowledge of advanced modeling techniques such as agent-based modeling, system dynamics, etc. or military simulations (e.g., VBS3, OneSAF).
• Strong understanding of system engineering principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with software development tools (e.g., VS Code, Jira, Jenkins, etc.).
  
  

Work Location:

• RELLIS Campus – Bryan, TX.
  
  

About The Texas A&M Center For Applied Technology

The Texas A&M Center for Applied Technology (TCAT) provides high quality, applied research and development of pragmatic solutions to address the unique and critical needs of its customers. TCAT’s primary mission is the development, delivery, and insertion of technology to solve targeted problems, engaging the entire continuum of research from basic to applied. The TCAT team encompasses a wide array of expertise ranging from software and systems engineering, to user experience and visual/graphical design. Through utilization of a unique mix of knowledge and skills, TCAT can span interdisciplinary boundaries and couple its research strengths with proven capabilities and capacity to accomplish targeted challenges.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/educational-assistance-programs.html
• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.
  
  

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest
  
  

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.
  
  

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.
  
  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.