Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA)
aerospace engineering
SeniorResearchScientist
“Senior Research Scientist at Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA). Skills: materials design, performance estimation of thermal radiators, materials characterization, technical presentations, written reports. provide technical expertise to the Advanced Materials and Processing Branch (AMPB). support the design and performance estimation of thermal radiators for space applications”
What You'll Achieve.
high-quality standards
Industry & Context.
performance estimation of thermal radiators
U. S. citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident status
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ph. D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field., 15+ years of experience in advanced aerospace materials research., Experienced with materials synthesis and processing, with comprehensive skills for various materials characterization techniques., Proficiency in engineering project execution, with demonstrated skills in technical presentations and written reports., Must be PC-literate and familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word., Agile and adept at mastering new concepts, with the capacity to adjust quickly to changing needs., Eligibility for this role is contingent upon U. S. citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident status, in accordance with customer site security protocols.
Nice to Have
Experience in mentoring entry-level engineers or students.
What You'll Do.
provide technical expertise to the Advanced Materials and Processing Branch (AMPB)
support the design and performance estimation of thermal radiators for space applications
coupon fabrication and processing
detailed characterization tasks
thermal and mechanical evaluations
use of optical and electron microscopy equipment
carry out experimental tasks
explore new research directions
present technical outcomes in both presentations and written reports
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
effectively work in a technical team environment; communicate with the technical team; interface with internal and external customers as needed; work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive
Communication Scope
effectively communicate with the technical team; clearly present technical outcomes in both presentations and written reports
Process & Methodology
engineering project execution
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