Research and Development Position Job Vacancies in Tanzania

United Technologies Research Center (UTRC) is an internationally recognized corporate research organization of United Technologies Corporation (UTC) that conducts research and development across a range of technology areas to drive its mission of “growth through innovation.” UTRC partners with UTC business units and external research organizations to accelerate organic growth of the Corporation through identification and maturation of product and process technologies. The operating units of UTC include: Pratt & Whitney (aircraft engines and land based power generation including GT’s, solar, wind and geothermal), Sikorsky (helicopters), Otis (elevators and escalators), Carrier (HVAC and refrigeration products), Hamilton Sundstrand (aerospace and industrial products), UTC Power (Fuel Cells for stationary and transportation applications), and UTC Fire & Security (surveillance and fire safety products & services). Our headquarters are in Connecticut, USA with partnerships worldwide and research offices in Cork, Ireland and Shanghai, China.United Technologies Research Centre Ireland, Ltd. (UTRCI) is UTRC’s newly-opened European research hub, created to further leverage a global network of innovation. UTRCI will work with universities, research institutes, and industry throughout Europe and beyond to further its research and development mission in the areas of energy and security. UTRCI invites qualified individuals to apply for the following position in its Cork office. A competitive compensation and benefits package will be provided to the successful candidate.

Job Description
UTRCI seeks experienced researchers with expertise in developing and delivering technologies for next generation commercial security systems. In this position, researchers with expertise in the areas of: a) formal methods for security policy design and verification, b) wireless sensor networks for indoor applications (localization, tracking, etc.) and c) multi-factor authentication systems, will work as part of technology teams in developing new technologies that will provide a competitive advantage for UTC’s business units. The successful candidate is a self-starter that works well in an international teaming environment, is extremely well-organized and has excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.

A successful candidate for one of the Research and Development positions in the area of Next Generation Security Systems will be expected to:
• Develop and execute technology research plans to successfully achieve desired technical outcomes within time and budget constraints.
• Demonstrate technical excellence in research activities, and creative thinking that leads to innovative concepts.
• Assist in developing proposals for externally-funded research in the area of surveillance, collaborating with external partners such as companies, national labs and universities.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, providing timely and accurate reports and presentations to senior management and functional teams.
• Actively contribute concepts to technology roadmaps in areas related to surveillance, helping expand the portfolio of technology maturation projects.
• Some travel required.

Experience
M.S. in Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering with 5+ years experience in a field relevant to the design and operation of building security systems is required. A Ph.D. with 4+ years experience in such security systems is preferred.

Additional Comments
This position will be located at UTRC-Ireland’s new office in Cork, Ireland and report to the in-country General Manager. To be eligible to apply for the position, candidates must be legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland.
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