Scientist II - Formulation and Composites
About The Position
Defense, aerospace and other high-performance applications demand new material solutions stronger, lighter, more resilient tested and delivered faster than traditionally available. Cambium is disrupting advanced materials development, from AI-driven molecular design to agile domestic manufacturing. Whether enabling hypersonic flight or protecting critical systems, our solutions push the limits of what’s possible. Cambium solves mission-critical problems in defense and industry. Our team of world-class scientists and engineers was purposely built to take on those challenges. Come join us and revolutionize advanced materials for defense, aerospace, and beyond. Cambium is seeking a Scientist II to join our polymer/composite materials engineering team. In this role, you will design, formulate, and manufacture advanced material products spanning coatings to composites. This role focuses on high-temperature thermosets, maturing products from the benchtop to commercialization. This is a hands-on position where you will work closely with scientists/engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to develop new materials, assist with technology transfer, and contribute to process optimization efforts.
Requirements
- B.S. + 7 years of industrial experience or M.S. + 3 years industrial experience in a relevant technology field (i.e., Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, etc.) or equivalent relevant industrial experience
- Industrial experience in the development of advanced materials and polymers for use in high-performance applications
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and/or formulating polymer composites and/or adhesives
- Willingness to learn and contribute in a hands-on laboratory environment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required
Responsibilities
- Material development in support of novel products/product forms (e.g. film adhesives, composites, coatings, foams) to serve a fast-paced high-performance industry.
- This is a hands-on role and you will be expected to spend considerable time in the laboratory.
- Work collaboratively with synthetic chemists and engineers to plan experiments, including DoEs, to evaluate new additives and develop new formulations.
- Analyze data and document conclusions in reports and presentations.
- Provide regular progress reports to senior scientists and technical leadership.
- Clearly communicate development status, performance outcomes, and lessons learned to your coworkers, management/leadership, and collaborators.
- Prioritize safety and OSHA, EPA, and local health and safety requirements.
Benefits
- excellent medical/dental/vision benefits
- a matching 401(k) plan
- professional development reimbursement
- an opportunity for equity for most full-time positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
