Ceramics Researcher

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Education assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Training and development

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland is looking for a qualified candidate to process and synthesize advanced ceramic materials. Responsibilities include developing new procedures, documenting work, and exploring ideas to tackle national challenges.

Applicants should possess a BS in a relevant field, have 2+ years of experience in processing materials, and be eligible for a Secret security clearance. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in materials synthesis and processing, especially advanced ceramics.
• Knowledge of standard materials forming methods like isostatic and dry pressing.
• Ability to obtain Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Process ceramic materials including conditioning, forming, and characterization.
• Assist in developing new methods for forming and sintering ceramics.
• Document technical work and present findings to teams.

Skills

Materials processing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BS in Materials Science & Engineering

MS in Materials Science & Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Processing of ceramic materials including raw material conditioning, material forming, densification, and characterization.
• Helping to develop new procedures and methods for forming and sintering ceramic materials.
• Documenting technical work in detail (reports, briefs, procedures, etc.) and presenting it to internal and external team members.
• Assisting in the evaluation of materials development and processing through analysis of resultant properties.
• Exploring and creating new ideas that help us make substantial contributions to our nation’s toughest challenges.

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Possess a BS in Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramics, Composites, or a related field.
• Have 2+ years of experience synthesizing and processing materials, particularly advanced ceramics, graded materials, ceramic matrix composites, or high-temperature oxide and non-oxide based materials.
• Know standard materials forming and densification methods, such as isostatic pressing, dry pressing, slip casting, hot pressing, EFAS/FAST/SPS, additive manufacturing, and pressureless sintering.
• Understand the interplay between structure, processing and properties for the design and processing of tailored materials.
• Be a reliable teammate with excellent communication skills.
• Be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens and subject to a government security clearance investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a MS with 2+ years of experience in Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramics, Composites, or a related field.
• Have significant and relevant experience in additive manufacturing of ceramics and/or composites.
• Have experience with extreme test environments (e.g., arc jet, wind tunnel, flight tests, ballistic or blast testing, nuclear).
• Have experience with modeling and validation of the behavior of materials in complex environments (e.g., aero-thermal, oxidative, high radiation).
• Have direct experience characterizing the electromagnetic properties of materials.

Salary

$85,000 – $195,000 annually

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Education assistance.
• Training and development.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].