UAS Aviation Research Assistant for C-UAS

Salary/Position Classification

• $25.00 Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:No
• Hybrid Work Availability:No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND Aerospace students are eligible to be hired in this position.

The applicant will assist the Aviation Department at the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the team in software development in Aviation related research
• Literature review and documentation efforts
• Developing ML models for testing different use cases related to acoustic C-UAS
• Support the team in programming, deploying, and testing embedded modules to detect UAVs

Learning Outcomes

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:

• Professionalism
• Communication
• Technology
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Minimum Requirements

• Programming skills (Python and/or C++)
  • Skill Level - Moderate and above
• Knowledge of data analysis tools, Data Visualization tools, and Basics of Machine Learning(ML)
• Background in Aviation and/or UAS operations
• Enrolled in a minimum of 1 credit for the employed academic semester
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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