Aerospace Engineer 2

Department Summary

The Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences is an academic unit within the UCLA Division of Physical Sciences.

Position Summary

The Department of Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences is an academic unit within the UCLA Division of Physical Sciences.

Salary & Compensation

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Qualifications

1+ years Research experience in planetary astrophysics, solar system bodies, exoplanets or related subarea(s) (Required)
2+ years Python or equiv. language programming (Required)
1-2 years Working with large teams (Preferred)
Strong Python programming skills (Required)
Ability to interpret copious amounts of complex technical information and data (Required)
Able to represent the interests of the Principal Investigator in technical meetings across the project as the project goes through development and prepares for launch (Required)
Able to provide the Principal Investigator with recommendations on technical approaches that will meet budget and schedule objectives (Required)
Proven record of successful research and strong communications skills (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Bachelor's Degree In related area and / or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
PhD Planetary science, computer science, math, physics, astronomy or related discipline, or equivalent experience/training (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Schedule

8 am - 5 pm

Union/Policy Covered

RP-Research and Public Service PR

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Aerospace Engineer 2

University of California, Los Angeles

UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Aerospace Engineer 2

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