Engineer III, Ballistics

Piper Health & Sciences is seeking an experienced Engineer III, Ballistics to support groundbreaking research for the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Lab (USAARL) in Fort Novosel, AL. This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities for the Ballistics Engineer III include:

·       Provide technical engineering support for research, analysis, and investigations in supporting design, preparation, execution, and analysis of studies and experimentation

·       Design, assemble, install, and maintain experimentation facilities and recommend and incorporate appropriate instrumentation, and equipment

·       Provide ballistics, military tactical operations, and equipment expertise to IBPG by serving as ballistic test manager responsible for all non-specimen related aspects of the planned research

·       Develop and ensure SOPs, proposals, research work plans, and documentation meet military and regulatory standards

·       Provide scientific analytical, engineering problem solving, design efforts, and experienced-based solutions related to creating, measuring, and evaluating biomechanical, kinematic, and physiologic responses.

·       Analyze and evaluate ongoing research through data and documentation.

·       Actively conduct hands-on PMHS research, volunteer research, quality assurance, data analysis, BSL-2 good laboratory practice, and support publication of project findings.

Qualifications for the Ballistics Engineer III include:

·       2+ years of relevant research experience.

·       Experience with design and engineering coding and/or software, such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, and/or CAD.

·       Experience in design, experimental T&E, instrumentation, and use/function of military systems is strongly desired.

o  Possess demonstrated experience with at least 4 of the following groupings: blast, ballistics, impact, and/or mechanical testing devices, personnel protective equipment (PPE), existing industry and military weapon and PPE standards, instrumentation (load cells, accelerometers, pressure gauges, etc.), data acquisition equipment (high rate, high quality); surrogate or human test and evaluation.

·       Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

Compensation for the Ballistics Engineer III includes:

·       Salary Range: approximately $90,000 - $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience

·       Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, STD, LTD

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