Who We Are: The Computational Mechanics Section does modeling and testing of materials under extreme conditions (elevated temperatures, high pressures, large strains, high strain-rates) as well as conventional and hypersonics computer fluid dynamics and testing that are used to support research and development efforts in defense, aerospace, and hypersonics applications. Objectives of this Role: Support research and testing projects that include material tests, ballistic tests, energetic and explosive materials, high...
Who We Are: The Robotics Department is a comprehensive robotics research organization, spanning connected and automated vehicles for on-road and off-road; advanced industrial and manufacturing robotics for all workspaces; and robotics for space applications. Objectives of this Role: Identify and pursue new research directions for current and emerging technologies in automated and autonomous vehicles and manufacturing robotics. Propose and lead internal research programs to extend the state of the art...
Who We Are: Join the Rotating Machinery Dynamics section as an Intern to work on a range of applied research projects. Work under direction of a Sr. Engineer to assist in assembling test rigs, operating advanced energy machinery, and working on solutions to decarbonize our world. Objectives of this Role: Work under direction of a senior engineer to assist in assembling research test rigs, operating tests, and recording measurements. Obtain...
Who We Are: Our team is responsible for office and Lab moves and relocates. We load and deliver items to storage and assist our campus with pick-ups and deliveries of miscellaneous items as requested in a safe and professional manner. Objectives of this Role: Assist SwRI labor staff with moving office furniture, filing cabinets, desks, and other office items throughout campus. Monitor, engage, and complete requests on our Planon help-desk...
Who We Are: The Spacecraft Development Department is a group of innovative engineers, program managers, and technicians developing unique spacecraft solutions for challenging space missions. We design and fabricate custom solutions to explore the boundaries of science or solve complex problems not yet delivered by industry to accommodate a variety of payloads. Objectives of this Role: Lead multidisciplinary project teams to design, analyze, and build cutting edge spacecraft to enable...
Who We Are: The Space Systems Directorate is a multidisciplinary team of engineers, program managers, and technicians to develop spaceflight missions, spacecraft, spacecraft avionics systems, spacecraft payloads, and lighter than air systems. Objectives of this Role: This position is for an EMC/EMI test technician that will report to the Spacecraft Integration and Test Manager and will support Space hardware/ Spacecraft electromagnetic interference and compatibility testing. Provide expert technician support, operations,...
Who We Are: Ongoing threats to national security require timely intelligence data, including signal intelligence obtained through electronic surveillance. Since the 1940s, SwRI has supported U.S. and friendly foreign governments, as well as commercial clients. Objectives of this Role: Primarily responsible for System Administration of windows and Linux systems in support of division operations and customer contract requirements on project based deliverable systems. In a Classified environment, serving as a...
Who We Are: The radiation effects laboratory provides shipping/receiving of radioactive material for the Institute, remote handles high level radioactive sources for government and private clients, irradiates materials for radiation effects research and provides training on radioactive materials&handling. Objectives of this Role: Eventually step into a supervisory roll to provide day to day management of the radiation effects laboratory. Work on mechanical and electrical upgrades to very old facility including...
Who We Are: The Spacecraft Development Department is a group of innovative engineers, program managers, and technicians developing unique spacecraft solutions for challenging space missions. We design and fabricate custom solutions to explore the boundaries of science or solve complex problems not yet delivered by industry using a variety of payloads. Objectives of this Role: Work in multidisciplinary project teams to support the integration and test of cutting edge spacecraft....
Who We Are: The Mechanical Engineering division at Southwest Research Institute develops engineering solutions for multiple industries and government agencies. From marine structures to aerospace to clean energy, we improve efficiency and productivity through expertise in engineering dynamics, structures, materials, machinery, and fluids systems. Our mission is to improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of new and existing mechanical components and systems for the benefit of our clients. Each year,...
Who We Are: We are the Fuels and Lubricants Division We perform testing on different types of vehicles, from compact cars to tractor-trailers, off-road equipment, and internal combustion engines from lawn mowers to locomotives. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck, minus applicable taxes. Objectives of this Role: Through on-the-job training, you will have the opportunity to work with various types of engines...
Who We Are: The HVAC shop is the backbone of campus climate control, ensuring all HVAC systems are in optimal condition. We're a 24/7 operation, with dedicated night and weekend staff who act as first responders for any campus emergencies. Objectives of this Role: Monitor building HVAC&fire alarms, assist with verbal reports to security as needed, and ensuring proper system functionality during nights and weekends. Serve as the first responder...
Who We Are: Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a leading independent, nonprofit, applied research and development organization. We work across a wide range of industries to solve complex challenges with innovative solutions. The carpentry position within our Facilities team plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our physical environment, supporting the institute’s mission by ensuring safe, functional, and efficient spaces for research and development. At SwRI, we foster a...
Who We Are: The Forensic and Specialty Analysis group resides in the Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division. We specialize in performing studies that use chemical and pharmaceutical based agents to develop analytical methods, determine signature attribution, conduct decontamination and environmental fate studies, and evaluate detector/sensors. The laboratory is highly structured with redundant safety systems and maintains strict adherence to U.S. Government regulations and test protocols. Objectives of this Role: Project...
Who We Are: Our section performs structural design, analysis, test, and repair for many different aircraft and aerospace vehicles. This include structural integrity and airworthiness assessments and management. The part of the section working on site at Hill AFB, Utah provides direct support to our USAF customers. The candidate will be tasked with helping to assess, manage and maintain the airworthiness and safety of flight for military and commercial derivative...
Who We Are: We are a diverse team of Quality Engineers, Scientists and Technicians supporting programs and projects in multiple technical divisions across multiple disciplines, including Space, Defense, Intelligence Solutions, Chemical, Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, and more. Objectives of this Role: Interface with project technicians, engineers, and division management, as well as customer representatives as necessary on quality-related issues. Assist quality engineering with oversight of various quality system processes including...
Who We Are: SwRI is a nonprofit R&D organization that is seeking a skilled team member to work on the design, development, fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of electronic/electrical/mechanical and software related project work for government and commercial clients. Objectives of this Role: Support research and development with multidisciplinary personnel to design, fabricate, assemble, test, and maintain custom electronics. Use CAD software for schematic capture, printed circuit board layout, and...
Who We Are: Tactical Aerospace is a premier supplier for aerospace and avionics systems. We design, develop and manufacture avionics, mission computers, payloads, sensors, AI systems, and test/training systems for defense systems. Objectives of this Role: Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D aerospace and defense programs. Interaction with technical staff, vendors and customers; interpretation of project technical and management data. Design complex...
Who We Are: Our Facilities' Security and Alarms department at Southwest Research Institute oversees campus fire safety and security systems. We maintain fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and collaborate with contractors on inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, we work closely with divisions and campus security to install and manage electronic access systems, enhancing the overall security of our facilities. Objectives of this Role: Provide excellent customer service, responding...
Who We Are: Our team, the Cloud Services team within the Information Technology Center, is responsible for Azure cloud services and Active Directory for the Enterprise. The team provides support and implementation services to support the needs of the Institute. Objectives of this Role: Support of the Microsoft SharePoint Online environment in the Microsoft 365 GCC High cloud. To include site creation, managing user permissions, libraries, and lists. Development and...
Who We Are: Network Telecommunications Services: Responsible for connectivity and communications needs for the Institute. This includes network administration of routing, switching, unified communications, wireless and ISP connectivity. In addition, we manage AV operations and the telecom infrastructure inside/outside plant. Objectives of this Role: Handle centralized wired network management. Administer packet brokering systems. Cross-train into other network disciplines. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Configuration of routing and switching on network equipment...
Who We Are: The Contracts Department is responsible for leading 'cradle-to-grave' contract review, negotiation, and administration activities supporting SwRI's technical divisions. Objectives of this Role: Transactional attorney providing legal advice on research contracts in a high volume, deadline-driven environment. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Review research contracts for terms and conditions; provide legal analysis of issues; provide legal advice and guidance on conflict of interest issues; support the negotiation of contract...
Who We Are: The Machinery Department performs applied R&D supporting advancements in fluid-thermal energy technologies for many industries. We develop solutions through analysis and validate machinery, components, and systems for advanced power, energy transport/storage, industrial decarbonization, and other applications from benchtop to pilot scale. Objectives of this Role: Develop research program areas in an applied engineering R&D team environment for power systems, supporting our clients by developing and validating energy...
Who We Are: The Embedded Systems Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides comprehensive engineering services to projects involving the systems engineering/technology insertion, requirements generation, cybersecurity/information assurance, trade studies, design, development, maintenance and production of hardware and software systems for the aerospace community, including aircraft and ground support equipment ranging from microcircuits to major subsystems. By joining our team you will receive $500.00 on your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes)....
Who We Are: The Electronics Group of the Purchasing Department is responsible for the solicitation, negotiation, award and document purchase orders in compliance with SwRI policies as well as in compliance with Government regulations. Objectives of this Role: As the procurement expert, be able to process various large dollar and complicated orders including performing complex price analysis, locate/select qualified sources and work with short deadline while following all institute and...
Who We Are: The Robotics Department is a comprehensive robotics research organization, spanning connected and automated vehicles for on-road and off-road; advanced industrial and manufacturing robotics for all workspaces; and robotics for space applications. Objectives of this Role: Lead an organization of>50 technical staff (P&L responsibility, set strategic future direction, determine and approve strategic investments, develop and mentor section managers, maintain vibrant R&D portfolio). Identify and pursue new research directions...
Who We Are: Our team, the Space Mission Directorate within Division 19, is looking for Linux IT Systems Administrator with an enthusiasm for spacecraft operations. Objectives of this Role: Formal knowledge of Linux required, with RedHat Enterprise Linux/CentOS specific experience a plus. Experience with servers and networking. Experience with Apache HTTP, LVM, clustered filesystems, DRBD, high availability computing. Network and server management in a US Government regulated environment (e.g. NIST...
Who We Are: The Aerospace Systems Engineering Section in the Strategic Aerospace Department provides an array of engineering support for several US Air Force Global Strike Command and Department of Defense programs. We provide engineering services to projects involving the design, development and maintenance of hardware and software systems for the strategic aerospace community, including aircraft and ground support equipment ranging from microcircuits to major subsystems. This position has the...
Who We Are: Our team of occupational nurses provide a variety of nursing care and perform medical surveillance monitoring to maintain the safety and to maximize the overall health of our employees. Objectives of this Role: Responsible for providing primary and emergency care of occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries to our employees. Perform the required health monitoring and screening test for specified programs such as drug/alcohol testing and hearing...
Who We Are: Southwest Research Institute's Solar System Science&Exploration Division is located in Boulder, Colorado. We conduct basic observational, modeling, and theoretical research in a wide range of solar system and astrophysical topics, including Solar Physics/ Heliophysics, Planetary Science, Astrophysics, Origins Research, and Geophysics. We also participate and/or lead several NASA orbital and deep space missions, including New Horizons (Pluto), Mars Science Laboratory (Mars), Lucy (Jovian Trojans), PUNCH (Sun) and...
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