Senior Electric Propulsion Scientist – Space Systems

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation

Telework options

401(k) matching

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Senior Electric Propulsion Scientist to lead experimental efforts in the Electric Propulsion & Plasma Science section. A PhD in a relevant field and 15+ years of propulsion experience, SEC clearance eligibility, and US citizenship are required; travel to domestic sites and conferences is expected; on-site in El Segundo, CA.

You will design and execute experiments, mentor junior staff, and manage internal research projects, coordinating with government program

Qualifications

• PhD in aerospace engineering, mechanical, electrical engineering, or physics.
• 15+ years of experience in electric propulsion.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Interface with program offices to coordinate experiments and present results.
• Direct execution of experiments and guide junior staff.
• Design and execute experiments, analyze data.
• Propose and manage internal research projects and funding direction.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate new opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Organization & time mgmt

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering or physics

10+ peer-reviewed publications

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Senior Electric Propulsion Scientist to lead experimental efforts in the Electric Propulsion & Plasma Science section. A PhD in a relevant field and 15+ years of propulsion experience, SEC clearance eligibility, and US citizenship are required; travel to domestic sites and conferences is expected; on-site in El Segundo, CA.

You will design and execute experiments, mentor junior staff, and manage internal research projects, coordinating with government program