Electric Propulsion Scientist

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo, CA, US
Base: $117,300.00 - $226,900.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Electric propulsion research experience
Low-temperature plasma science expertise
Vacuum technology and cryogenics familiarity
The role involves serving as the primary liaison with program offices to coordinate experimental efforts and ensure alignment with strategic objectives

Job Summary

  • The role involves serving as the primary liaison with program offices to coordinate experimental efforts and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Candidates will direct and oversee sophisticated experimental initiatives while mentoring technical staff to ensure high-quality results.
  • The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $117,300.00 to $226,900.00 annually along with comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) match.

Matching Summary

The role involves serving as the primary liaison with program offices to coordinate experimental efforts and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Salary

Base: $117,300.00 - $226,900.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Variable pay program for exceptional contributions; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, 401(k) up to 12% match, relocation assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electric propulsion research experience
  • Low-temperature plasma science expertise
  • Vacuum technology and cryogenics familiarity
  • Experimental design and data analysis
  • Program office liaison responsibilities

Nice-to-have

  • ESD testing experience in aerospace
  • Plasma-material interactions research
  • EMI/EMC testing for flight hardware
  • Professional association participation
  • Flight EP system implementation experience

Key Requirements

  • PhD in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or physics
  • Minimum 8 years of electric propulsion experience
  • Minimum 3 post-graduate peer-reviewed publications
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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