Aerodynamics and Acoustics Facility (AAF)
Aerodynamics and Acoustics Facility (AAF)

Senior Manager (Engineering)

August 15, 2023

Category: University Staff

Salary and Start date

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, including annual leave, medical and dental benefits, will be provided. Housing benefits will also be provided where applicable. A gratuity will be payable upon successful contract completion.

Description

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has recently established the Aerodynamics and Acoustics Facility (AAF).  The AAF hosts a large low-speed wind tunnel, an anechoic chamber, a reverberation chamber, and various other flow-acoustic facilities, catering to a wide range of research needs both locally and beyond.  The AAF is seeking a high-caliber candidate to take up the position of Senior Manager (Engineering).

Reporting to the AAF Director, the appointee will be expected to:

  • Assist the Director and the management committee in implementing plans and policies, and serving as the key communication bridge with internal and external stakeholders;
  • Lead and manage the AAF technical teams to support the University's research activities, teaching and learning, public engagement and strategic development initiatives;
  • Liaise with various University parties, such as the Health, Safety and Environmental Office, Purchasing Office and Campus Management Office, to ensure the safe and effective operation of the AAF;
  • Lead the planning and execution of aerodynamic and acoustic tests to acquire high-quality datasets and to verify and validate the datasets, monitor research progress, and troubleshoot;
  • Oversee the design, construction and instrumentation of wind-tunnel models and related equipment;
  • Manage workflows, schedules, contractors and budgets to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality services while complying with health and safety regulations;
  • Organize budgets and equipment procurement in compliance with University regulations;
  • Optimize the use of laboratory and office space; and
  • Keep abreast with the latest developments in flow and acoustic technologies to maintain the competitiveness of the AAF.

The appointee will also serve as the primary customer interface to:

  • Collaborate with users to understand their research/project needs and propose feasible and effective solutions to help them achieve their objectives; and
  • Liaise with AAF clients and to manage customer relations.

Requirements

Applicants should have a master’s degree in an engineering or science discipline with at least 10 years of relevant experience, or a higher degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience.  Relevant experience in management of wind tunnel facility and acoustic facilities’ improvement, wind tunnel operational and scheduling, and technical improvement is needed. Experience and knowledge in aerodynamic and acoustic testing and operational principles, academic and industry-sponsored projects and proven record of prior project experience related to aerodynamics and acoustics (computational work may also be included) are required.

The ideal candidate should also have experience in the application of general engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with an ability to organize, plan, schedule, and coordinate multiple workstreams to meet deadlines and milestones, with a focus on project leadership, aerodynamic and acoustic measurement techniques, data acquisition, signal conditioning and model instrumentation. Proficiency in MATLAB and MS Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), and excellent technical writing skills is needed.  Experience in LabVIEW and National Instrument System and/or resources management (e.g., client and scheduling) in developing project proposals is desirable. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Application Process

For application details, please refer to Job ID: 9130 in HKUST Careers website

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Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.