Engineering Jobs in Uhland Tx Hays County, TX

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Summary:

Provides direct and indirect services to the GI patient under the supervision of the professional nurse and performs tasks as necessary for the efficient and effective functioning of the GI room, as well as the delivery of quality of care. Responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and cleaning of equipment and supplies and may assist in performing invasive endoscopic procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Supports and assists physicians and registered nurses with procedures as directed.
• Verifies proper equipment functioning and performs safety checks.
• Maintains endoscopic equipment and prepares broken scopes to be sent for repairs.
• Collects and delivers specimens collected during procedures, ensuring the field remains sterile.
• Assist with placing monitors on patient.
• Distributes information regarding equipment or instruments at in-service training sessions.
• Validates and refreshes basic professional skills through active participation at in-service trainings.
• Reprocessing endoscopy scopes per ANSI/AAMI Standards
  • proper endoscope handling
  • procedures for leak testing, cleaning, inspecting, disinfecting, sterilizing, packaging, and storing each specific endoscope make and model, including equipment and equipment connections
  • identification of items that are single use and intended to be discarded after use;
    
  • all aspects of decontamination (e.G., disassembly, manual and mechanical cleaning methods and how to monitor their effectiveness, microbicidal processes, equipment operation, inspection, standard precautions, and engineering and work practice controls);
    
  • the operation of the specific manual and mechanical cleaning processes and equipment, manual and mechanical HLD processes, and sterilizing systems used by the health care facility, and the methods and equipment used to verify operation
  • facility and processing area policies and procedures regarding high-level disinfection and sterilization, infection prevention and control, attire, hand hygiene, and compliance with local, state, and/or federal regulations;
    
  • workplace safety related to chemical use and biological hazards
  • OSHA standards and requirements;
    
  • Applicable personnel exposure monitoring specific to chemicals used;
    
  • Recognizing andresponding to exposure-related symptoms (e.G., difficulty breathing, skin irritation, eye tearing, mucous membrane irritation);
    
  • Location and correct use of PPE;
    
  • Location and use of SDS;
    
  • Location and use of chemical spill kit(s);
    and
  • Workplace-specific policies and procedures related to endoscope processing, high-level disinfection, and sterilization;
    
  • the process of leak testing when indicated in the manufacturer's written IFU;
    
  • the process of obtaining and documenting quality control monitoring results;
    
  • the process forvisual inspection of endoscopes using lighted magnification and the use, care, and handling of a borescope;
    
  • the process forcleaning verification procedures, including method(s) for conducting the testing and interpreting the results;
    and
  • the processfor removing a damaged endoscope from service and sending it for repair.
• Sterilizes and prepares rooms and equipment, such as scopes, before and after procedures as directed.
• Demonstrating understanding of the patient’s an atomy and abnormalities which could affect the procedure.
• Recognizes emergent situations during endoscopy procedures and demonstrates the ability to set priorities to assist the endoscopy team.
• Assists with therapeutic interventions such as balloon dilations, polypectomy, sphincterotomy, stent placement, and gastrostomy tube placement.
• Coordinates review of special-order supply inventory and ensures rooms are stocked for next day procedures.
• Independently completes annual competencies and any additional competencies related to new procedures.
• Bloodborne Pathogen Classification: Category 1-Occupational exposure
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborate- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus- Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Basic understanding of practices and concepts related to endoscopy procedures.
• Nimble learning- Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Demonstrates self-awareness- Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Communicates effectively- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Decision quality- Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Maintains established departmental and facility policy and procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Must also successfully complete the pre-employment/post job offer health screening examination, and the annual screening each year thereafter as an employee.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• 0 - 1 years of experience preferred.
• Preferred previous experience working in the Operating Room or Endoscopy Unit preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required.
• SGNA Certification within 6 months of hire required.

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Part Time

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 Associates works with more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual “Best of Hays” publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offers a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, women’s services and more.

Summary:

Provides continual surveillance of electronic monitors for one or more patients in a centralized telemetry monitoring station, with the ability to recognize normal and abnormal rhythms. Documents changes in rhythm and reports these changes timely and according to established protocol. Requires thorough knowledge of arrhythmia recognition. Responsible for assuring monitoring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use. May also provide pulse oximetry monitoring and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring of patients. Is aware of baseline rhythm for all patients being monitored.
• Communicates changes in rhythms, ectopy, etc., immediately to appropriate Nursing staff;
  ensures all communications are documented appropriately.
• Provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment.
• May be required to log pulse oximetry readings and report any alarms and/or deviation from normal parameters to the healthcare team.
• Accurately performs clerical tasks related to the patient’s medical record, places reports (strip reviews, alarm records) on the medical record in a timely manner if applicable for the facility/location.
• Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team. Communicates appropriately with physicians, staff members, and patient/family members. Facilitates communication to appropriate caregivers.
• Responsible for assuring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use. Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Performs assigned department maintenance duties. Ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly. Notifies Director and/or Biomedical Engineering of any malfunctions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates professionalism in teamwork and communication.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients in adherence with HIPAA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills

Experience

• EKG/arrhythmia interpretation background highly preferred
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Successful completion of an EKG class required within 90 days of hire/transfer date
• BLS certification preferred (AHA)

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Part Time

The Quality Manager leads and continuously improves the company’s Quality processes, procedures, and systems, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ITAR, customer-specific, and regulatory requirements. This role serves as the primary quality interface for customers, overseeing audits, managing corrective actions, and ensuring alignment on product quality expectations.

The Quality Manager will work cross-functionally with Operations and Engineering to drive root cause analysis, continuous improvement initiatives, and audit readiness while supporting successful product launches and ongoing production compliance. This position plays a key role in strengthening system effectiveness, maintaining high product quality standards, and reinforcing strong customer relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

• 7+ years of quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and related regulatory standards.

• Proven experience leading internal and external audits.

• Familiarity with QMS software, ERP systems (JobBOSS preferred), and document control systems.

• Excellent understanding of quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, CAPA, PPAP, etc.).

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills both internally and externally.

• Ability to train, mentor, and develop internal auditors and cross-functional quality teams.

• Certified Lead Auditor (AS9100 or ISO 9001) preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

Quality Management System (QMS) Ownership

• Own and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring full compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and all applicable customer, regulatory, and internal standards.

• Develop, issue, and control all quality procedures, work instructions, forms, and records through proper document control processes.

• Coordinate with department leaders to ensure that all processes are accurately documented, properly implemented, and continually improved.

• Monitor and report on quality system metrics, including audit findings, corrective/preventive actions, and process adherence.

Audits & Compliance

• Lead all internal, customer, and third-party audits, including preparation, execution, documentation, and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions.

Manage the internal audit program—train internal auditors, assign audit schedules, and ensure comprehensive process coverage.

• Facilitate audit readiness across departments by ensuring documentation accuracy, calibration traceability, and process adherence.

• Maintain records and audit trails to demonstrate compliance with AS9100 and ITAR requirements.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure process consistency and compliance across production and support areas.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to reduce variation, improve product quality, and strengthen system efficiency.

• Provide structured feedback and recommendations based on quality trends, nonconformances, and audit outcomes.

• Partner with leadership to align QMS initiatives with company objectives and customer expectations.

Documentation & Control

• Oversee the control, issuance, and revision of all QMS documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.

• Maintain a robust document control system that supports traceability, revision control, and change management.

• Verify that records, inspection data, and certifications are properly stored and retrievable for audits and customer review.

• Support configuration management and ensure consistent documentation across all controlled processes.

Training & Leadership

• Train and mentor internal auditors, quality staff, and process owners on QMS requirements and quality principles.

• Promote a company-wide culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams on corrective actions and process enhancements.

• Support the Product Quality Manager or designee by providing system-level documentation, structure, and visibility into quality performance metrics and trends.

Metrics & Reporting

• Track and report QMS performance through key metrics and dashboards (e.g., audit results, CAPA status, NCR rates, process adherence).

• Communicate audit outcomes, compliance status, and quality system performance to the leadership team.

• Use data-driven analysis to recommend improvements in system effectiveness and compliance readiness.

Customer Quality & Satisfaction

• Serve as the primary quality interface for customers, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, specifications, and quality expectations.

• Lead customer audits and manage quality concerns, including root cause analysis and formal corrective action responses (8D, SCAR), ensuring timely resolution.

• Support successful product launches and ongoing production compliance by collaborating with customers on FAI, performance metrics (PPM, OTD), and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Partner with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to proactively mitigate risks, provide quality performance updates, and strengthen long-term customer relationships.

Minimum Training Requirements:

Minimum defined training for this position, additional training may be provided and/or required by hiring manager

QMS Overview and Ownership

AS9100 / ISO 9001 Standards & Requirements

ITAR Requirements

NCR / CAPA Process

Control of Documented Information / Document Control System

Inspection Processes and Verification Awareness

Internal and Customer Audit Processes

Quality Tools and Methodologies (FMEA, 8D, 5-Why, SPC, PPAP)

Audit Readiness and Reporting

Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.