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Materials Scientist
2 months ago
The Aerospace Corporation is a leading provider of technical expertise and innovative solutions to the nation's space programs. As a trusted partner, we deliver cutting-edge research and development to support the most challenging issues in current and future technology applications.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Materials Scientist to join our team in the Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL). The successful candidate will work in the Materials Science Department, focusing on polymers and composites, and will be responsible for leading research and development activities, providing customer support, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities- Lead research and development activities in polymers and composites, including design, fabrication, and testing.
- Provide technical expertise and support to customers, including government agencies, industry partners, and academia.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the Metals Section and Nondestructive Evaluation Section, to develop and implement innovative solutions.
- Develop and maintain state-of-the-art skills in experimental design, data evaluation, and fabrication.
- Interface with program offices and industry partners to develop and assess design and analysis criteria for launch and space vehicle hardware.
- Contribute to impactful research that impacts active launch and space vehicle programs.
- PhD degree in a STEM field is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of applicable professional industry experience is required.
- Background in chemistry, materials science, polymer characterization, composite fabrication, and mechanical testing.
- Experience with design and execution of polymers and composites mechanical testing.
- Ability to apply broad thinking and to quickly understand and absorb a wide array of materials characterization techniques and mechanical testing procedures.
- Exceptional interpersonal communication and briefing skills along with the ability to work independently.
- Serves as effective liaison between government, Aerospace, and contractor personnel to develop and assess design and analysis criteria for mission-related hardware.
- Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site domestically/internationally approximately 20%.
- This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
- A minimum of 8 years of applicable professional industry experience is required.
- Supervised polymer synthesis for high-temperature composites or composite fabrication.
- Led teams to design and execute polymers and composites mechanical testing.
- Served as principal investigator of research and development on polymers and composites for launch or space vehicle applications.
- Authored grant proposals and served as principal investigator on externally funded research grants and commercial contracts.
- Experienced managing technical projects and cross-organizational teams.
- Superior project management and team leadership skills and experience.
The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package, including a grade-based pay range of $100,300 - $175,900 per year. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
