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LEAD COMPUTER SCIENTIST - LEAD ENGINEER - SR. COMPUTER SCIENTIST - LabVIEW Developer
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What they do
A Computer Scientist conducts research and studies complex problems in computing. Develops computer algorithms that provide the foundation for advances in technology. May study computer hardware architecture, robotics or software, and collaborate with electrical engineers and other computer professionals.
$79,830 / year median in Texas
+15% projected growth
Job Description
LEAD COMPUTER SCIENTIST
•LEAD
ENGINEER
•SR.
COMPUTER SCIENTIST
•LabVIEW Developer at Southwest Research Institute
LEAD COMPUTER SCIENTIST
•LEAD
ENGINEER
•SR.
COMPUTER SCIENTIST
•LabVIEW Developer at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas Posted in 5 days ago.
Who We Are:
We develop, maintain, and advance MoSAIC™ (Modular System for Automation, Instrumentation, and Control), our LabVIEW-based software platform designed for automated R D testing of electro-mechanical systems and components. MoSAIC™ enables seamless data acquisition, real-time control, scripting, and logging through integration with National Instruments (NI) hardware (e.g., PXI, CompactRIO) and RTOS. The platform supports a wide range of applications, including testing vehicle battery packs, electric motors, electric vehicles, internal combustion engines, drivetrains, locomotives, & many others. Objectives of this
Role:
Collaborate with a team of data acquisition, instrumentation, and controls experts to develop, maintain, and deploy LabVIEW-based MoSAIC™ software solutions to support data acquisition, test system control, and automation for a wide variety of systems across a 300+ person labor. Apply expertise in Lab
VIEW, NI
Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), and associated NI hardware to streamline test cell operations, increase resource efficiency, and meet challenging R D objectives. Lead or contribute to all phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Work in a team or independently to develop and support LabVIEW-based applications for controlling test articles in R D testing environments. The working environment will include office as well as laboratory/field assignments. Capture user requirements, analyze needs, and refine software designs within time and cost constraints. Provide software modifications, enhancements, and technical assessments as lab needs evolve. Troubleshoot software, RTOS, instrumentation hardware (e.g., PXI, CompactRIO), sensors, and associated systems. Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and fieldwork to ensure software and hardware align with project requirements. Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. Primary job function is located at the SwRI main campus in San Antonio, Texas. Travel required on an as-needed basis to conduct project work.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering or similar Computer Science or engineering degree with related experience. 7
•12 years: Must have LabVIEW development experience and expertise. Must have NI Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) certification, and, if none, must be willing and able to obtain CLD certification within 2 years of start of employment and CLA within 4 years. Must have sufficient communication skills. Must possess project management experience, specifically regarding level of effort estimating and task planning & tracking. Must have working knowledge of the following phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security. A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements:
Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.
Job Locations:
San Antonio, Texas For more information about this division, visit the Powertrain Engineering home page. For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.