Sr. Scientist

Sem-Sol•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Science, Engineering, Management Solutions, LLC (Sem-Sol) is a business located in Albuquerque, NM, specializing in directed energy and pulsed power systems. Sem-Sol is seeking a Senior Scientist with a strong combination of experience and character to contribute to Department of Defense projects. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong organizational and communication skills, and can effectively work as part of a team. This role offers the opportunity to be an innovator at the intersection of R&D and real-world applications.

Requirements

B.S. in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience working in a microwave engineering-related discipline.
Experience performing microwave device simulations in CST, ICEPIC, HFSS or similar software.
Experience working in a research, development, or prototyping environment.
Experience in writing proposals for competitive solicitations.
Must be a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
Active Security Clearance is required or ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

20+ years of experience of working on HPM projects for either the government or industry.
Familiarity with performing measurements of microwave components and antennas using equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Noise Figure Analyzers, Power Meters, and Near Field Arrays.
M.S. or Ph.D in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with other scientists, engineers, technicians, and program managers to develop the next generation of High-Power Microwave (HPM) devices and systems.
Designing, simulating, and testing vacuum electronics based HPM sources, HPM antennas, and waveguide components such as directional couplers, mode converters, and filters.
Performing laboratory measurements and calibrations of microwave components and equipment.
Presenting work at design reviews and conferences.
Writing reports to describe simulation results.
Comparing simulation results to experimental results.
Writing technical proposals.