Job 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

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Research Investigator Job at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI