Microelectronics Senior Scientist  (Casual)

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

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Job Summary 

The Aerospace Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL) is a diverse scientific organization that provides a broad and innovative research and development backplane for a growing space enterprise.  PSL’s impact is grown through a diverse research portfolio that blends foundational scientific research with cutting-edge technology development to serve a broad customer base. PSL’s exclusive ability to work with all stakeholders: (government, industry, and academia) enables us to provide novel solutions to the most challenging issues in current and future technology applications. The strength of PSL comes from the combination of cutting-edge tools and facilities, a vast repository of space-system knowledge, and the extensive technical expertise of our people. We harness these tools and expertise in over 150 different laboratories to tackle the new challenges for the space enterprise.  

The Microelectronics Technology Department (MTD) in PSL conducts basic and applied research in microelectronic and optoelectronic devices for space applications and provides technical support to national security space programs in these areas. MTD is seeking a Microelectronics Senior Scientist - Signal & Image Process Engineering and Physics (Retiree Casual) for Microelectronics research, specifically X-ray Computed Tomography.

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Work Model

This is a part-time Retiree Casual position based in El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work.  All retiree casuals will be limited to under 500 hours paid each calendar year, unless you meet the IRS restrictions, which do not apply to this group. This position is offered through September 30th, 2027, at which point the need for continuation of the position will be evaluated.    

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Works with the department director to support space programs as needed

• Provides strategic guidance and mentorship to technical staff for the organization, execution, and work product documentation of technical activities

• Perform physical analysis investigations using various destructive and non-destructive imaging tools

• Establish interfaces with internal programs and external collaborators, provide assignments of staff to projects, monitoring and evaluation of project progress. Identifies opportunities for expanded and new business

• Participates in inter-organizational team assignments and educational activities

• Individual participation and leadership in research projects and program support may be required in some instances and is generally encouraged. Prepares written and oral reports of research activities, issues, and accomplishments, and presents to higher management, subordinates, collaborators, and the broader scientific community in the form of journal publications and conference presentations

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