**Description** The Applied Research Test Technology Division in Albuquerque, NM is looking for a candidate for the position of Research and Development Mechatronics Engineer. In this role, you will assist the Engineering and Scientific staffs in performing integration of COTS software/hardware with unique test articles and research platforms. This position is responsible for specifying and installing control systems and maintaining and coding new applications to optimize performance for mission success. You will gain a deep understanding of defense research related to ordinance and energetics. In addition to your technical role, you will assist with program management, planning and budgeting, and status reporting. **Position Responsibilities:** + The ability to interface with customers/executives and communicate effectively with key stakeholders and subsequently manage team members towards meeting project objectives. + Support engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models + Assist with engineering calculations, design drawings, preliminary cost estimates. + Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports + Lead and manage technical projects to include both managing the technical aspects of the design as well as leading small groups of technical personnel to execute tasks and deliver results. **Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):** + Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance + Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent work or military experience + Experience with automation and control systems and software such as National Instruments, Allen Bradley + Be able to read schematic diagrams and support assembly of test setups and subsequent field testing + Supervise layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of experimental hardware and/or test hardware. + Ability to work in outdoor remote test environments such as the Chestnut range, PHETS, Stallion, etc. areas of KAFB and WSMR  + Ability to lift 50 lbs.  + Possess critical thinking and collaborative skills. + Experienced in the production of prototypes, including simulating and testing integrated sensor systems and electronic controls. + Project management + Electrical/electronic design + Technical drawing and drafting for build to print packages + Experience using AutoCAD-Electrical, and SolidWorks software packages **Typical Education/Experience:** Typically, four (4) or more years of related work experience or relevant military experience. **Relocation:** This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. **Work Shift:** This position is salaried at 40 hours per week on a DoD Government facility. Requires work outdoors at all times of year at a moderate level of activity.     Summary pay range: $80,000 - $100,550 **Qualifications** **Behaviors** **Required** + **Team Player:** Works well as a member of a group + **Detail Oriented:** Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well + **Dedicated:** Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity **Motivations** **Required** + **Self-Starter:** Inspired to perform without outside help + **Goal Completion:** Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks + **Ability to Make an Impact:** Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization **Education** **Required** + Bachelors or better in Engineering **Experience** **Required** + 4 years: Relevant work experience Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)