Optical Coatings Materials Scientist
2 weeks 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
- Exhibit high level of innovation, creativeness, and initiative
The Aerospace Corporation offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health care and wellness plans, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation, standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options, 401(k) Plan, flexible spending accounts, variable pay program for exceptional contributions, relocation assistance, professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, education assistance programs, and an inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
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