Research and Development Operations Assistant

Description

United Protective Technologies is seeking a Research and Development Operations Assistant to join our project management team and apply skills to drive project performance and contribute to the company’s success. The R&D Operations Assistant supports the Research & Development team by managing documentation, compliance, safety, and operational activities. This role ensures organized, efficient, and audit-ready R&D operations while assisting with data tracking and analysis to improve project performance and compliance.
Location:
Charlotte, NC
Type:
Hybrid

Schedule

Full-time
1st
8am-5pm
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Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize project folders, documentation, and templates in compliance with AS9100 and internal quality systems.

• Manage lab and office organization, including equipment and supply inventory, purchasing requests, and vendor coordination.

• Administer equipment and tool calibration schedules, ensuring up-to-date certificates and records.

• Support Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) programs, including inspections, training logs, and Monthly Safety Briefs.

• Coordinate meetings, project reviews, and communications between R&D staff, management, and external partners (including UNCC Business Partnership).

• Support onboarding, safety orientation, and administrative needs for new R&D personnel.

• Work under the direction of the Program Managers.

• Must wear appropriate PPE as needed and adhere to all safety standards.

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Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.

• Experience working in a team environment.

• Experience in facility management.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software and general data management concepts.

• Solid communication skills (both written and oral).

• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills.

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

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Desired Qualifications

• Working practical knowledge of AS9100.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced materials R&D environments.

• Knowledge of SBIR/STTR programs and DoD project reporting requirements.

• Experience with ERP, asset tracking, or data visualization tools (e.g., Unanet, Deltek, Power BI).

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Experience / Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.

• 2+ years of administrative or technical support experience in an R&D, engineering, or manufacturing environment.

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Application Form

Please carefully review the instructions for each section and complete each section with as much information as possible.

Personal Information:

Note: The Federal Immigration and Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that DHS Employment Eligibility Verification "Form I-9" be completed for every new hire and that within 3 business days of beginning work every new hire must present to the employer documentation establishing his/her identity and authorization to work. This federal requirement must be satisfied as a condition of employment.

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Employment at United Protective Technologies, LLC is contingent upon conducting a background check, verifying professional work references and drug screening potential candidates.

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Must be able to pass a background check & drug screen.

UPT is a drug-free workplace

UPT offers competitive wages, FREE medical coverage (employee-only option), dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401K plan (waiting period must be met prior to benefits enrollment). UPT also offers life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, paid sick leave, plus many other voluntary benefits.

3 Ways to Apply

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Online
Click "Details" on the job listing above, then complete the application form or upload your resume.
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Email
Email your resume or completed application form to our HR Dept.
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In-Person
Apply in-person, but please review the application form before coming in.
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Mon - Fri 9am - 4pm
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142 Cara Ct.
Locust, NC 28097
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704-888-2470
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Equal Opportunity Policy

UNITED PROTECTIVE TECHNOLOGIES LLC provides equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, social, dismissals, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.

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