Battery Research Scientist

Precise Systems; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 108,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and accidental death and disember

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Employee-managed leave

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Precise Systems Inc. is seeking a Battery Research Scientist to advance testing and characterization of rechargeable battery chemistries, including lithium-metal and lithium‑ion, on site in Washington, DC.

The role requires a PhD in Engineering and 3–5 years of post‑doctoral experience, with hands-on lab expertise in electrode preparation and electrochemical testing, and the ability to communicate findings through technical reports and conference presentations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3–5 years of post-doctoral research in relevant field.
• Hands-on lab experience with battery prep and electrochemical testing.
• Experience with operando spectroscopy and materials characterization.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental plans to assess performance and degradation of electrochemical cells.
• Collect and analyze large data sets; communicate progress with an interdisciplinary team; summarize findings in reports and publications.

Skills

Battery electrode preparation

Electrochemical testing

Operando spectroscopy

Electroanalytical chemistry

Operando materials characterization

XRD

SEM

XPS

Vibrational spectroscopy

Education

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Customized electrochemical test fixtures

Operando spectroscopy equipment

XRD/SEM/XPS instruments

Job description

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.

Precise Systems is seeking a Battery Research Scientist to advance and support testing and characterization of multiple form factors of rechargeable battery chemistries, including lithium-metal and lithium-ion.

This position requires on site support

Duties

• Lead efforts that involve designing and executing experimental plans to assess the performance and degradation of commercial and lab-built electrochemical cells under a variety of experimental conditions.
• Collect and analyze large data sets, regularly communicate progress toward programmatic objectives with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, and summarize findings into technical reports, journal publications, and conference presentations.

Required Education

• PhD in Engineering in a STEM field from an accredited university

Required Experience

• 3-5 years of post-doctoral research that demonstrates mastery of the subject matter and abilities listed above
• Hands-on laboratory expertise in battery electrode preparation and electrochemical testing, specifically electroanalytical chemistry techniques and operando materials characterization methodologies as applied to chemistries including but not limited to lithium-metal and lithium-ion using a variety of electrolytes.
• Demonstrated expertise in the development and application of customized electrochemical test fixtures which enable operando spectroscopy is of particular interest.
• Expertise in conventional ex situ materials characterization techniques (e.g. x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, vibrational spectroscopy) are also desired.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• disability insurance
• retirement plans
• holiday pay
• employee-managed leave
• professional growth opportunities

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is The salary range for this position is $107,738.00 to $129,298.03 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems’ total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.