Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.)

Exponent, Inc.•Bowie, MD

49d•$132,000 - $154,000•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! We are currently seeking a Scientist/Engineer for our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in Bowie, MD. In this role, you will work as part of a team of problem solvers who deliver solutions based on best practices in physics, engineering, and other scientific fields. Team members have autonomy, self-confidence, initiative, and team spirit to seek answers on topics outside and within their area of specialization.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field
Required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance to support our contracts with the U.S. Government
Ability to design and execute complex experiments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superior problem-solving abilities
Strong teamwork and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to code data into appropriate graphical formats considered a plus
Knowledge of data analysis and visualization programs such as PowerBI or others considered a plus
Knowledge of Six Sigma concepts considered a plus

Responsibilities

Applying principles of physics and engineering to government security related products and projects
Presenting testing results, analyses, and strategic recommendations to clients
Analyzing data to inform decisions about process optimization and improvement
Conducting rigorous product assessments focused on quality, durability, reliability, interoperability, security, and anti-tampering
Supporting on-site testing conducted at client sites
Managing product redesigns utilizing a Stage Gate program management framework

Benefits

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

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