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Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nMaster's degree in mechanical or ocean engineering and 3 years of experience.\n\nThree years of experience with the design, fabrication, and testing of prototype hardware in a commercial, research, or advanced academic setting, with demonstrated ability to apply principles of structural integrity, materials science, and system performance to hardware design.\n\nDemonstrated experience or high aptitude in designing, building, or deploying oceanographic instrumentation or similar remote sensing/harsh‑environment equipment.\n\nPractical field‑testing experience with mechanical hardware.\n\nDemonstrated knowledge of various manufacturing and fabrication processes (e.g., machining, welding, 3D printing) and their impact on design.\n\nExperience with data processing, such as acoustic signal processing using software like MATLAB.\n\nDemonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.\n\nCumulative GPA of 3.0 with 3.2 in core engineering courses.\n\nBenefits\n\n100% employer-paid basic medical coverage\n\nRetirement contributions\n\nPaid vacation and sick time\n\nPaid holidays\n\nSalary Range\n$88,500-$120,000+ / negotiable depending on qualifications\n\nWorking Conditions\n\nStandard office conditions\n\nPeriodic offshore work on ships\n\nRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation\n\nUse of manual dexterity\n\nSome weekend, evening and holiday work\n\nIntrastate/interstate/international travel\n\nUse of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)\n\nWill work outdoors, indoors and over water\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. 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