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Research Investigator

University of Michigan

Description

Description

The Department of Aerospace Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is seeking a Research Investigator. This position is a one year term-limited appointment with possibility of extension contingent upon funding availability.

Chief engineer for propulsion (SPAR)

  • Overseeing the technical efforts of a national team of universities and small businesses developing advanced propulsion concepts for the SPAR institute
  • Coordinating and executing on several systems-level integrated tests for the propulsion team. Key subsystems to be integrated include flow system, power processing, and engine head
  • Overseeing efforts at University of Michigan to implement upgraded hydrazine-compatible test facilities for propulsion testing
  • Supporting the maintenance and use of the alternative gas test facility capable of testing high-power (> 100 kW) thruster concepts
Technical lead (DARPA)
  • Serving as a liaison and test lead for projects with commercial partners (5 universities and 5 small businesses)
  • Supporting ongoing test activities on Hall thrusters, rotating magnetic field thrusters, advanced hollow cathodes, and magnetic nozzles
  • Leading development and maintenance of diagnostics
  • Assisting in maintaining a culture of lab safety
  • Assisting in the mentorship of doctoral students in the group
  • Assisting in the writing and preparation of proposals for sponsored grant research
Additional Information

This position is subject to final administrative approval. This position is a one year term-limited appointment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • PhD in aerospace or related engineering discipline
  • Experience with cryogenic pumping vacuum systems
  • Experience with Hall thruster testing at power levels above 5 kW
  • Experience with the implementation and analysis of standard electric thruster diagnostic suites
  • Experience with hollow cathode development and power processing development
  • Experience in leadership of technical teams
  • Eligibility for USG Secret clearance


Application Instructions

To apply, please upload a cover letter, CV, and list of professional references to the Interfolio application link
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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