Scientist III

Azimuth Corp.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense research is seeking a Scientist III for their Optical Coatings group. This position supports R&D at the Air Force Research Laboratory, focusing on designing software solutions for cutting-edge research in optical coatings. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Computer Science or related field and programming experience.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of software development experience in a research environment.
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages.
• Experience with API development and database management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and develop software for deposition equipment control.
• Impact research in optical coatings and Department of Defense applications.
• Adapt to changing research priorities and work independently or in a team.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Python

C++

Java

MATLAB

R

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

Azimuth Corporation is seeking a talented Scientist III to support R&D activities at the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (RX), Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH . This research position resides within the Optical Coatings group of the Photonic Materials Branch (RXEP). At the broadest level, optical coatings research within AFRL / RXEP plans, directs, and carries out in-house and extramural R&D of materials-based technologies with an emphasis in functional optical coating applications.

Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Collaboration with research scientists and engineers to design, develop, and maintain software solutions for deposition equipment control, optical coating characterization, data management, and online database integration.
• Your work will directly impact cutting-edge research in optical coatings and their applications for the Department of Defense.
• Exceptional teamwork and communication skills are required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Entry level or 0-2 years of software development experience, preferably in a research or scientific environment.
• Proficiency in high-level programming language such as, but no limited to, Python, C++, Java, MATLAB, or R. Experience with multiple languages is preferred.
• Experience with API development and integration.
• Familiarity with database design and management (e.g., SQL or NoSQL) and ability to create, query, and optimize databases to support research data and analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with data visualization and analysis tools.
• Interest in scientific research and development.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing research priorities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Physical Requirements / Travel

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment and lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work in an office environment at a desk using a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• May travel up to 5% of the year in support of research conferences, program reviews, industry meetings, or other collaborative events. Most or all requisite travel will be in the CONUS (Continental United States).
• Hybrid on-site and local remote telework scheduling options available