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Auburn University

Chief Engineer, Applied Research

🇺🇸 Huntsville, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ August 12th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Chief Engineer, Applied Research. This role leads the planning, execution, and integration of diverse applied research initiatives across engineering and scientific disciplines, advancing innovative solutions and collaboration while ensuring research outcomes translate into practical applications.

Highlights
  • Leads strategic planning and proposal development for applied research projects.
  • Develops and maintains technology and innovation roadmaps aligned with sponsor priorities.
  • Guides research teams on technical architectures and solution designs.
  • Oversees testing, validation, and conducts technical reviews to ensure quality and performance.
  • Manages resources including labs, equipment, and facilities to maximize research impact.
  • Advises faculty, postdoctoral researchers, students, and staff on engineering solutions and prototyping.
  • Designs and fabricates advanced systems and equipment applying scientific principles.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics and 20 years of relevant experience.
  • Must demonstrate deep knowledge of applied research methodologies, systems design, and validation techniques.
  • Must be able to obtain security clearance.