Location Orlando FL Job Type Full-Time Regular SYMVIONICS has an immediate opening for an Engineering Research Assistant LOCATION: NAWCTSD, Orlando, FL (*immediate opening)* Job Description Summary This position supports the software engineers and the graphic artists in the development, testing, and delivery of training products to the U.S. Navy. All work is accomplished in a government facility, with tightly controlled access, in Orlando, FL. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to get hands on experience in the development lab while, at the same time, furthering their education in the field of computer science or engineering. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: * Study white papers for mathematical models and assist in recreating the formulas in MATLAB & Excel * Verify equations and models used in Navy training simulation * Research and test appropriate values for equation input parameters and output values * Collect data from Navy training simulations and help verify that data is consistent with mathematical models * Assist in creating a Software Design Document for the Navy training model simulation. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. * One year of writing academic or technical documents. Experience gained in a formal/college training environment meet the intent of this qualification. Education and/or Experience and Education The successful applicant will be enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a technical or scientific undergraduate degree in the field of computer science/software development. The applicant may hold a non-technical degree with additional certifications in technical disciplines. Applicant must have complete at least one college level English composition class. Experience and Knowledge of the Following: Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using the English language, while working in a lab environment utilizing team building skills. Ability to: * Obtain a Government Security Clearance * U.S. Citizenship * Organize, plan and coordinate effectively * Maintain accurate records * Operate computer equipment and software * Work independently in the absence of supervision Certificate, Licenses, Registrations N/A Language Skills(add additional items as needed) * Understand and follow oral and written instructions in English * Communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing, in English * Ability to speak effectively with customers (to include government officials, corporate officials, and employees) * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work Reasoning Ability * Ability to following basic instructions from supervisors/mentors Physical Demands: Maintain physical conditioning appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include: sitting at a desk using a computer for prolonged periods of time and move around workspaces to coordinate with other employees. Work location is in a government building with handicap access including an elevator. Work Environment Regular exposure to an office environment with extended periods of time spent sitting at a desk using a computer. Please note that, pursuant to the Company's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and because the Company is a federal government contractor, individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legally-required exemptions U.S. Citizenship Required SYMVIONICS is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V