NIAR Research Associate - Composites

NIAR Composites & Structures

4004 N. Webb Rd Wichita, KS - NIAR / NCATCampus

Full Time

Commensurate with experience

Typically Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm;work is performed on-site and in person.

This position requires accessto EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required tobe eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and mustmeet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person".

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Research Associate to support laboratory research, process development, and material testing within the Composites & Structures department. In this role, you will work alongside experienced researchers to execute hands‑on laboratory activities, contribute to quality and process improvements, and support projects that drive industry‑leading advancements.

Performs daily laboratory activities with the objective of achieving optimal quality control, process implementation and project performance. Reports outcomes throughout the process and atproject conclusion.

Designs and conducts specialized research as instructed by seniorlaboratory staff. Provide periodic status reports as requested and provide results report as project conclusion. Reviews researchlaboratory procedures, recommends updates to current procedures and implements new procedures as appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM field

• Ability to initiate work as a self‑starter and to prioritizewith time management skills
• Demonstrated ability with attention to detail and analytical aptitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as team player; work in an environment that builds people, engages the community, and provides customer satisfaction
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to think critically

Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs. Ability to position self to place, construct, and/or maintain equipment anditems in designated spaces. This includes but is not limited to the ability to work in confined and elevated spaces. Ability toinspectand/or surveil materials, equipment, reports, and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determining factors. Ability to interpret effectively, accurately and impartially, both receptivelyand expressively. Ability to remain in a stationary position.

Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchangeinformation. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers,and calculators. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technologynecessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrumentmanipulation. Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments.