Embedded Electronics Engineering Scientist Associate

Job Posting Title:

Embedded Electronics Engineering Scientist Associate

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

Hardware and firmware engineering of embedded systems for the Advanced Technology Laboratory of Applied Research Laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Design embedded electronics hardware containing microcontrollers, A/D converters, power supplies, etc.; including schematics, board layout, fabrication, and troubleshooting.  This hardware will support sonar, radio, and navigation system projects.

• Robotics electrical design, testing, and debugging

• Design, develop, and test real-time embedded software applications under various operating systems including Linux and Android.

• Create supporting documentation for hardware and software designed to support ATL projects.

• Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and data analysis.

• Support the installation and testing of equipment in field locations

• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or other related engineering or science field. 

• Experience in designing digital and analog electronics hardware and developing software applications in an embedded environment.

Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment.  The position will require effective management of their own time with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.  Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in the development and implementation of compact battery operated electronics utilizing both analog and digital circuitry. 

• Experience with robotics and electro-mechanical systems including motors, servos and actuators. 

• Experience with embedded computers such as MSP430s, DSP’s, FPGA’s and NVIDIA Jetson. 

• Experience in design synthesis utilizing programmable logic and embedded processors with programmable logic devices. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of CAD tools including SPICE, PowerLogic, PowerPCB, design tools for Xilinx and Altera programmable logic devices, VisualDSP++, Cross Core, IAR Embedded Workbench and Code Composer Studio. 

• Demonstrated knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, Java, Android, Linux, real time operating systems, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing.

• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification, image processing, radio communications. 

• Prior work experience in professional or research oriented software development.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required.  Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  
·    100% employer-paid basic medical coverage 
·    Retirement contributions  
·    Paid vacation and sick time 
·    Paid holidays 
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