exoplanets

The SETI Institute in Mountain View, CA, seeks an optical scientist to join NASA Ames Exoplanet Technology Group, focusing on high-contrast imaging techniques such as PIAA‑Vortex coronagraphs with opportunities on related projects and NASA missions. Ideal candidates hold an MS or PhD in Optical Science / Astronomy / Electrical Engineering / Physics, 1–4...

The SETI Institute in Mountain View, CA, seeks an Optical Scientist to develop innovative solutions for high-contrast imaging projects like the PIAA-Vortex coronagraph. This role emphasizes collaboration, computational modeling, and lab experiments. Candidates should have an MS or PhD in a relevant field and experience in high-contrast imaging. The position...

SETI Institute seeks an Optical Scientist to advance multi-star wavefront control for high-contrast imaging missions. The role emphasizes optical modeling, laboratory experiments, and collaboration within NASA Ames Exoplanet Technologies. Applicants should have MS/PhD in related fields, 1–4 years lab experience, and strong coding and communication skills....

SETI Institute is seeking an Optical Scientist to support the Multi-Star Wavefront Control project at NASA Ames and related investigations. The role emphasizes developing methods to advance high-contrast imaging and direct imaging of exoplanets, with opportunities to contribute to related astronomy projects and to collaborate across laboratories and...

NSF NOIRLab is seeking an Assistant Queue Observer to support the NEID spectrograph operations at WIYN. You will work with scientists, engineers, and observatory staff to execute observations, calibrate instruments, and maintain logs for efficient scheduling. The role emphasizes hands-on instrumentation, real-time plan adjustments, and cross-training in WIYN...

Teaching with Telescopes is seeking an Assistant Queue Observer to support NEID spectrograph operations at the WIYN 3.5-meter telescope. You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and observatory staff to execute observations and monitor instrument performance. This hands-on role offers experience with cutting-edge astronomical instrumentation,...

Teaching with Telescopes is seeking an Assistant Queue Observer to support NEID spectrograph operations at the WIYN 3.5-meter telescope. You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and observatory staff to execute observations and monitor instrument performance. This hands-on role offers experience with cutting-edge astronomical instrumentation,...

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena is seeking a postdoctoral researcher focused on the reduction and analysis of high-contrast imaging data, especially JWST/NIRCam coronagraphy. You will develop forward-modeling, phase retrieval, and wavefront-sensing techniques to advance exoplanet imaging capabilities and prepare methods for future Roman and...

The University of Colorado Boulder's Center for Astrophysics and Space Astronomy invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to work with Professor Sarah Blunt on software development and statistical inference related to exoplanets and binary stars. Remote work is possible and relocation funds may be available. Start date is Fall 2026; the position...

Assn of Univ for Res in Astronomy, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Queue Observer to operate the NEID spectrograph at the WIYN 3.5-meter Telescope. This hands-on role supports scientific observations, instrument operations, and telescope scheduling, with 10–14 nights per month at Kitt Peak Observatory in Arizona. You will work with scientists and engineers,...

The Systems Engineering Group (75) provides engineering leadership and core systems engineering functions to ensure that complex prototype system elements work together to meet critical national security mission objectives. We support space, airborne, and ground-based systems for sensing, imaging, communication and other applications. Our prototypes are on...

The Systems Engineering Group (75) provides engineering leadership and core systems engineering functions to ensure that complex prototype system elements work together to meet critical national security mission objectives. We support space, airborne, and ground-based systems for sensing, imaging, communication and other applications. Our prototypes are on...

Job Description: Omitron is seeking a highly qualified candidate to provide spacecraft navigation expertise in support of NASA’s Flight Dynamics Facility (FDF). This facility provides operational flight dynamics support to 35+ satellites in various orbital regimes, evaluates ground- and space-based tracking data, identifies and troubleshoots spacecraft and...

The Systems Engineering Group (75) provides engineering leadership and core systems engineering functions to ensure that complex prototype system elements work together to meet critical national security mission objectives. We support space, airborne, and ground-based systems for sensing, imaging, communication and other applications. Our prototypes are on...

Optical Scientist- Multi-star Wavefront Control About Seti Institute At SETI, we are dedicated to advancing humanity’s understanding of the universe through world-class scientific research, exploration, and discovery. We bring together a brilliant, passionate community of researchers, scientists, engineers, and innovators. Position Summary The NASA Ames...

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and...

Optical Scientist- Multi-star Wavefront Control About Seti Institute At SETI, we are dedicated to advancing humanity’s understanding of the universe through world-class scientific research, exploration, and discovery. We bring together a brilliant, passionate community of researchers, scientists, engineers, and innovators. Position Summary The NASA Ames...

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and...

The Systems Engineering Group (75) provides engineering leadership and core systems engineering functions to ensure that complex prototype system elements work together to meet critical national security mission objectives. We support space, airborne, and ground-based systems for sensing, imaging, communication and other applications. Our prototypes are on...

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has...