Undergraduate Research Assistant; UAV- Engineering

Agency: Texas A&M International University.
Department: School Of Engineering.
Job Location: Laredo, Texas.
Job Type: Student Worker.

The Undergraduate Research Assistant will support research on UAV‑enabled environmental monitoring and autonomous sensing systems. The student will assist with drone operations, field experiments, sensor integration, and data processing.

• Assist with UAV preparation and flight operations.
• Conduct field data collection using UAV platforms.
• Support sensor calibration and equipment maintenance.
• Process aerial imagery and sensor data.
• Assist with flight planning and mission execution.
• Maintain research equipment and flight records.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations.
• Participate in regular research meetings.
• Complete required training promptly.
• Submit time sheet biweekly.
• Maintain a regular schedule of attendance on campus.
• Ensure work does not conflict with class schedule.

• Enrolled at least half‑time, 6 credit hours per semester.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0.
• Meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

• UAV operation
• Drone mission planning
• GIS
• Remote sensing
• Image processing
• Python
• Computer Vision
• Robotics
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (highly desirable but not required)

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May involve moving/lifting heavy objects between 20‑50 pounds.

• May require local traveling for field experiments.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must maintain a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but should not conflict with class schedule.

Pay rate: $12.50/hour for up to 10 hours weekly. All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.