Optical Coatings Materials Scientist Senior Member of Technical Staff
2 weeks ago
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Optical Coatings Materials Scientist Senior Member of Technical Staff to join our team. As a member of our Physical Sciences Laboratories, you will be part of a diverse scientific organization that provides a broad and innovative research and development backplane for a growing space enterprise.
The Materials Processing Department in the Space Materials Laboratory provides expertise in advanced materials processing, thin films, optical coatings, and space environmental effects on materials for advanced space systems. We are seeking an Optical Coatings Materials Scientist Senior Member of Technical Staff to conduct and lead materials synthesis and characterization, failure analysis and anomaly resolution, and applied research in optical coatings, thin films, and optical materials for space applications.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct and lead basic and applied research in thin films and optical materials in support of SMC, NRO, NASA, and civil and commercial space programs
- Provide subject matter expertise in structure-property-processing relationships related to fabrication, testing, modeling, characterization, and analysis of optical coatings, thin films, and optical materials for National Security Space (NSS) programs
- Write proposals to seek internal and external research funding in these and associated areas
- Develop innovative diagnostic methods for measuring optical and thermal performance of materials and for characterizing the thin film deposition environment
- Collaborate as part of a team in ongoing research programs by performing state-of-the-art investigations on optical coatings and optical materials for space applications
- Establish technical and scientific expertise within the scientific community and the NSS customer base in these technical areas
- Proactively support NSS programs as a scientific advisor through the application of the results of laboratory research and the resulting knowledge base
- Document results to serve as deliverable products for customers and to the corporate knowledge base
- Disseminate results to the scientific community through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications
- PhD degree in materials science, mechanical or aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, physics, optics or a related science or engineering discipline is required
- 5+ years of applicable professional, industry, or academic experience in optical coatings and optical materials is required
- Experience with disciplines in optical coatings, thin films, deposition technologies, and/or optical materials. Research experience in design, deposition, and characterization for thin films and optical materials
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in the scientific community
- Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment on multiple ongoing projects
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively convey technical information via oral and written forms
- 12+ years of increasingly responsible professional or industry experience in optical coatings or optical materials is highly desirable
- Experience in modeling of optical thin films or thin film deposition processes
- Expertise in thin film deposition processes via IAD or IBD techniques is preferred
- Knowledge providing technical and scientific support and leadership in fast-paced environments with government customers, program office personnel, engineering support, and contractors
- Exhibit high-level innovation, creativeness, and initiative
The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.
(Min - Max)
$100,300 - $175,900Leadership CompetenciesOur leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
- 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
- Education assistance programs
- An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at or by email at You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
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