Optical Coatings Materials Scientist
3 days ago
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Optical Coatings Materials Scientist to join our team. As a Senior Member of Technical Staff, you will be responsible for conducting and leading research in thin films and optical materials in support of space programs.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct and lead basic and applied research in thin films and optical materials
- 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
- Write proposals to seek internal and external research funding
- 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
- 5+ years of applicable professional, industry, or academic experience in optical coatings and optical materials
- Experience with disciplines in optical coatings, thin films, deposition technologies, and/or 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
- Experience in modeling of optical thin films or thin film deposition processes
- Expertise in thin film deposition processes via IAD or IBD techniques
- Knowledge providing technical and scientific support and leadership in fast-paced environments with government customers, program office personnel, engineering support, and contractors
The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package, including a grade-based pay range of $100,300 - $175,900. 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.
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