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Job Title:

Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer

 

Department:

MERC

 

College/Division:

Mercer Engineering Research Center

 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Warner Robins, GA 31088-7810

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, is located in Warner Robins, GA. MERC provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers.

MERC has an immediate opening in the Aircraft Directorate for an Engineer with aerospace/structures experience. Responsibilities of the position include participating in a dynamic team of skilled engineers conducting physics-based analyses and reliability/design calculations.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designing and performing detailed engineering efforts.
• Providing detailed cross-functional engineering communication, design, evaluation, and implementations achieving novel and unique functionality and capability.
• Technical interface with present and perspective customers.
• Providing detailed technical information to program managers including cost, schedule, and technical risk assessments at all stages of implementation through multi-disciplined engineering applications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• US Citizenship
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• A Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field (e.g., EE, ME, AE, IE, SW, CE, Computer Science, etc.) from an ABET accredited institution; or a Master’s degree in same and 1 year of directly related experience; or an undergraduate degree in same and 2 years of directly related experience.
• DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with basic principles of statics, dynamics, strength of materials, and stress calculations. 
• Experience in using NASTRAN, AFGROW, NX, LSDYNA, ABAQUS, SolidWorks, MATLAB/Python/, LabView, ANSYS, or other modeling tools.
• Experience with structural testing, instrumentation, and data reduction.

Final rank will be determined on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT MERC 
MERC is a non-profit research institute of Mercer University, a private university founded in 1833. Established in 1987 in Warner Robins, GA, MERC employs more than 200 engineers, scientists, professors, and support staff, who provide sustainable research solutions to government agencies, the Department of Defense, and commercial customers around the world. Warner Robins and the middle GA area are located 90 miles south of Atlanta and within easy driving distance of both the beach and mountains. The area is known for its Southern-style music, food, and restaurants and has a rich cultural and art presence, along with excellent health care and schools. MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation/sick leave accrual, and holiday pay.

 

 

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and  so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.   

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

 

Job Family:

Staff MERC Exempt

 

EEO Statement:

AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability

Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.