Lead Scientist – Microgravity Fluidics / Microfluidics

Revolutionspace; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 130,400 - 195,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Excellent health and dental plans

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Revolutionspace is seeking a Lead Scientist in Woburn, Massachusetts, to innovate in microgravity fluidics and capillary-driven systems. The role involves leading research, managing experiments, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize fluid behavior in low-gravity environments.

Ideal candidates have a PhD or MS and 8-10 years of experience, with a strong background in fluid dynamics and laboratory work. The position offers competitive benefits, including paid leave and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of relevant industry, government, or advanced research experience.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience designing and conducting complex fluidics experiments.
• Comfortable to operate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific research and development initiatives related to microgravity fluidics.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and systems teams to advance product development.
• Maintain clear and thorough technical documentation.

Skills

Microgravity fluidics

Capillary fluid dynamics

Surface tension and wetting phenomena

Multiphase flow behavior

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

PhD or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics

Job description

Lead Scientist – Microgravity Fluidics / Microfluidics

About Revolution Space

At Revolution Space we're building advanced space systems for the 21st century. Every employee at Revolution Space works on projects that are critical to our company’s future by ensuring our products work on orbit every time.

Position Summary:

Revolution Space is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Scientist with deep expertise in microgravity fluidics, microfluidics, and capillary‑driven fluid systems to lead research, development, and experimental efforts for next‑generation fluidic technologies. This role will focus on the design, characterization, and optimization of fluid behavior in constrained, low‑gravity, and capillary-dominant environments.

The ideal candidate combines strong scientific rigor with practical laboratory experience and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. This individual must be an excellent communicator who can clearly document technical findings, guide cross‑functional teams, and solve complex engineering and scientific challenges efficiently.

This role is onsite in the Woburn/Boston Area.

Responsibilities:

• Lead scientific research and development initiatives related to microgravity fluidics, microfluidics, and capillary flow systems
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments involving fluid transport, wetting phenomena, surface tension effects, and capillary‑driven systems
• Translate theoretical fluid dynamics concepts into practical experimental solutions and prototypes
• Collaborate closely with engineering, hardware, modeling, and systems teams to advance product and technology development
• Maintain clear and thorough technical documentation, experimental protocols, reports, and design records
• Present technical findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Support laboratory operations & test oversight including guidance for equipment setup, testing, calibration, and safety compliance

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, or related scientific discipline
• 8–10+ years of relevant industry, government, or advanced research experience
• Strong background in:
  • Microgravity fluidics
  • Capillary fluid dynamics
  • Surface tension and wetting phenomena
  • Multiphase flow behavior
  • Demonstrated laboratory experience designing and conducting complex fluidics experiments
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to produce clear technical documentation and experimental reports
  • Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting aerospace, spaceflight, or reduced‑gravity research programs
• Familiarity with CFD modeling or fluid simulation tools
• Experience with prototype development and instrumentation
• Background working with interdisciplinary engineering teams
• Experience with hardware testing, validation, and system integration
• Scientifically curious and hands‑on
• Detail‑oriented while maintaining strong execution speed
• Strong communicator capable of translating complex technical concepts clearly
• Adaptable and resourceful in solving ambiguous technical problems
• Collaborative leader who enjoys working across disciplines

Benefits:

• Paid holidays, sick time and unmetered vacation
• Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution
• 4% company matching 401(k) with immediate vesting
• Life insurance
• Long‑term / Short‑term disability

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected factor.

The pay range for this role is:

130,400 – 195,600 USD per year (Boston, MA)