Senior Atomic Clocks Scientist – Optical Timekeeping

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 110,400 - 165,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

401(k) Plan with company contribution

Education assistance programs

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Atomic Clocks Scientist (Senior Member of Technical Staff) in El Segundo, CA. This role involves hands-on laboratory experiments in precision timekeeping and atomic clocks, requiring a Ph.D. and at least five years of experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders and driving research innovation.

The selected candidate will work full-time on-site, contributing to the advancement of atomic clock technology and collaborating with a dedicated team to achieve research objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated technical leadership and innovation in precision timekeeping.
• Ability to solve complex technical challenges.
• Strong organizational skills including laboratory safety and research documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments with precision timekeeping systems.
• Perform data analysis and analytical modeling.
• Collaborate on project development and execution.

Skills

Laboratory experience with precision timekeeping equipment

Strong communication skills

Analytical modeling

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Optics, Math, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Atomic Clocks Scientist (Senior Member of Technical Staff) in El Segundo, CA. This role involves hands-on laboratory experiments in precision timekeeping and atomic clocks, requiring a Ph.D. and at least five years of experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for engaging with stakeholders and driving research innovation.

The selected candidate will work full-time on-site, contributing to the advancement of atomic clock technology and collaborating with a dedicated team to achieve research objectives.