Hypersonics Research Lead Scientist/Engineer

Physical Sciences Inc; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Physical Sciences Inc. is seeking a qualified professional for Applied Hypersonics Research as a Principal Scientist/Engineer in Andover, MA. The role focuses on experimental work in high enthalpy flow, chemical kinetics, molecular beams, and spectroscopic simulations to advance hypersonic flight environment studies.

The candidate will lead lab-scale experiments, analyze complex data, and contribute to DoD-funded programs with strong technical leadership and communications skills.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experimental background in high enthalpy flow experiments and diagnostics.
• Experience in measuring reaction rates and kinetic analysis.
• Experience with molecular beam experiments and spectroscopic simulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments in hypersonic research programs.
• Characterize materials and structures under hypersonic conditions.
• Lead data analysis and publish peer-reviewed results.

Skills

High enthalpy flow

Chemical kinetics

Molecular beams

Spectroscopic simulations

Education

Advanced degree in chemistry/physics/engineering

Job description

Physical Sciences Inc. is seeking a qualified professional for Applied Hypersonics Research as a Principal Scientist/Engineer in Andover, MA. The role focuses on experimental work in high enthalpy flow, chemical kinetics, molecular beams, and spectroscopic simulations to advance hypersonic flight environment studies.

The candidate will lead lab-scale experiments, analyze complex data, and contribute to DoD-funded programs with strong technical leadership and communications skills.