Radiation Effects Research Scientist / Senior Scientist

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

275d • $117,300 - $226,900

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL) supports the effective and timely development and operation of national security systems through scientific research and the application of advanced technologies. PSL has more than 150 specialized laboratories used to test, analyze, and troubleshoot virtually every aspect of rocket and satellite system design, development, construction, deployment, and operation. The expertise of the laboratories' technical staff allows PSL to stay abreast of new technological developments and program support issues associated with rapidly evolving space systems. The Microelectronics Technology Department (MTD) is part of PSL with specialized laboratories for testing, accelerating, and analyzing, failures in electronics used for space system. MTD is comprised of two sections: one that performs radiation effects testing and discrete microelectronics testing, while the other section performs failure analysis on microelectronics using tools that can identify anomalies from the macroscopic down to the atomic scale. MTD is looking for a Radiation Effects Scientist (Research Scientist / Senior Scientist -Microelectronics/Semiconductor Engineering) to support the investigation of radiation effects, reliability- and radiation-hardness-by-design, and physics of failure of advanced CMOS, SiGe, SOI, III-V (GaN, GaAs), II-VI, and other advanced technology for space applications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related discipline is required
• A minimum of (8) years of post-bachelor's degree work experience is required
• Knowledge of microelectronic and/or optoelectronic device physics
• Experience in testing semiconductor devices
• Knowledge of radiation environments and the effects of TID and SEE in microelectronics
• Experience with Python / LabVIEW / MATLAB or similar software for data analysis and collection
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 10% of the year to customer site/radiation test facility/conferences
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline is preferred
• 15 years of experience radiation effects testing and analysis is strongly preferred
• Record of publication/reporting in peer-reviewed journals, academic and professional conferences, customer reviews, or government reports
• Experience with radiation hardness-by-design and reliability-by-design test chip development
• Experience with modeling / simulation of radiation effects or radiation transport using TCAD tools, MCNP, SRIM, GEANT4, or CRÈME96
• Experience reviewing test plans, test reports, or other technical deliverables for U.S. government programs
• Experience writing and submitting proposals for internal or external project funding (grants, IRADs, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to national security space programs, internal, and academic collaborators
• Conduct innovative basic and applied research on microelectronic device technologies and applications to space systems, including reliability and radiation hardness
• Present results of assessments/research internally, to customers, at scientific meetings, and publish research in refereed scientific journals
• Support the adoption and assessment of new technologies and applications, space systems, including reliability and radiation hardness
• Perform radiation testing on microelectronic and optoelectronic components using gamma-rays, x-rays, neutrons, energetic protons, and energetic heavy ions

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree