Materials Engineer

Riverside Research seeks a qualified Materials Engineer to carry out materials development on behalf of the Air Force customer at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Research responsibilities for this position will focus on the synthesis, characterization, production, and implementation of 2D materials. The candidate Materials Engineer will conduct experimental characterization of emerging optical coating technologies in conjunction with existing in-house capabilities.

Qualifications

Master's in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related science, engineering, or mathematics field
• 2+ years of relevant experience in material development
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum and RF materials
• Experience with compositional, morphological, or topological experimental characterization of thin films, 2D materials, or metasurfaces (e.g., XPS, XRD, XRR, AFM, SEM, TEM, etc.)
• Excellent technical communication skills as demonstrated by research conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and seamlessly engage in proficient collaborative teamwork dynamics

Required:

• Master's in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related science, engineering, or mathematics field
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3 years with a Master's degree, a PhD without experience, or equivalent work experience required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in material development
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• Understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum and RF materials
• Experience with compositional, morphological, or topological experimental characterization of thin films, 2D materials, or metasurfaces (e.g., XPS, XRD, XRR, AFM, SEM, TEM, etc.)
• Excellent technical communication skills as demonstrated by research conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and seamlessly engage in proficient collaborative teamwork dynamics
• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment and lift or carry up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to work in an office environment at a desk using a computer, keyboard, and mouse
• May travel up to 10% of the year to attend research conferences, program reviews, industry meetings, or other collaborative events. Most or all requisite travel will be in the CONUS (Continental United States)

Desired:

• Current TS/SCI clearance