Ionospheric & Space Research Engineer

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Center for Space and Atmospheric Research (CSAR) seeks talented researchers in ionospheric and atmospheric physics, planetary science, and remote sensing. The role involves instrument development for sounding rockets and small satellites, high-fidelity modeling, and data interpretation from space- and ground-based observations.

The successful candidate will supervise undergraduate and graduate projects, collaborate with CSAR researchers and external

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates should have demonstrated involvement in ionospheric/atmospheric research.
• Experience with high-fidelity modeling and data analysis is desirable.
• Submission requires cover letter, full CV, and three professional references.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-situ instruments for sounding rocket missions and small satellites.
• Design high-fidelity models for simulation and synthesis.
• Analyze data from in-situ observations and ground-based remote sensing systems.
• Operate and maintain plasma chamber facilities and instrumentation studies.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate research projects.

Skills

Ionospheric physics

Atmospheric physics

Remote sensing

Modeling & simulation

Spacecraft data analysis

In-situ instrumentation

Tools

Plasma chamber facilities

Job description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Center for Space and Atmospheric Research (CSAR) seeks talented researchers in ionospheric and atmospheric physics, planetary science, and remote sensing. The role involves instrument development for sounding rockets and small satellites, high-fidelity modeling, and data interpretation from space- and ground-based observations.

The successful candidate will supervise undergraduate and graduate projects, collaborate with CSAR researchers and external