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Position SummaryThe University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) – Structural Materials division is seeking a passionate and innovative Associate NDE Research Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge research in non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the frontiers of materials science and engineering. This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, vacation and sick accrual, paid holidays, as well as tuition assistance for yourself and dependent. Join the UDRI team and apply now!

Position SummaryThe University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) – Structural Materials division is seeking a passionate and innovative Associate NDE Research Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge research in non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing the frontiers of materials science and engineering. This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, vacation and sick accrual, paid holidays, as well as tuition assistance for yourself and dependent. Join the UDRI team and apply now!UDRI seeks candidates experienced in experimental design and equipment to support nondestructive evaluation (NDE) at the University of Dayton, Dayton OH. The researcher will be supporting research in evaluating, performing, integrating and advancing NDE methods for aerospace applications. Research support includes execution and modification of experiments to inspect aerospace materials. Understanding the use, maintenance and management of the mechanical and electronic equipment needed to perform these inspections will also be required. Inspections will be performed in accordance with existing standards or to qualify new processes meeting those standards. NDE modalities of interest include ultrasonics, eddy current, fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, radiography and thermography.Minimum QualificationsR1 Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, applied mathematics or related field.
• Experience in NDE methods including ultrasonics, eddy current, fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, radiography and thermography.
• Experience with NDE standard practices.
• Experience developing inspections for surface connected and embedded flaws.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience interpreting and documenting the results of NDE inspections
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Interest and ability to communicate and interact with multidisciplinary scientists.
• Willingness to publish research results in peer reviewed journals and present research at conferences, informal internal meetings, etc.
• Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen.

R2 Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet all the minimum qualifications of an R1 plus have 3 years of directly related experience.

Preferred QualificationsWhile not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• ASNT Certifications in ultrasound, eddy current, radiography, fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, thermography.
• Experience with USAF equipment tracking procedures, policies and processes.
• Experience with test system development including instrumentation integration.
• Experience with tools and programming languages for data analysis, such as Python or MATLAB, and applying them to NDE data.
• Experience working with socially and culturally diverse community.
• Experience in writing and publishing peer reviewed journal articles and presentations at conferences.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. Closing Statement:Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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