NIAR Liaison Engineer

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within Wichita State University. NIAR is known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development.

NIAR Sustainment is hiring a full-time engineering liaison to support customer communication, interpret technical data, and provide recommendations based on inspection results. This role prepares technical reports, supports root cause analysis, and participates in technical discussions. U.S. citizenship is required due to export-controlled work. Work is performed onsite in our Park City location.

Summary of Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating communication between the department and the customer. Applies engineering knowledge to interpret inspection results and provide dispositions and guidance for root cause analysis. Provides technical reports and recommendations to support the program. Interprets technical data as required to justify recommendations.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews and interprets engineering technical data and/or inspection results.
• Applies diversified and specialized knowledge of engineering research principles, practices, and protocols to make recommendations and influence conclusions.
• Prioritizes recommendations for root cause analysis.
• Supports technical discussions with internal and external partners, including customers.
• Drafts and communicates technical reports and presentations.
• Assumes technical integrity of the research process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Ability to solve problems, think critically, and resolve conflict.
• Experience with liaison or shop/manufacturing.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years of related experience in aerospace as a Liaison or Project Engineer; every 30 hours of related college coursework may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
• This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Citizen”.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or structural engineering or related aerospace field.
• Familiarity with manufacturing methodologies, such as LEAN.

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”. Do you meet this requirement?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $95,000