Senior Hypersonics Research Scientist

Physical Sciences Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Physical Sciences Inc. in Andover, MA, seeks a Physical Chemist or Applied Physicist/Engineer to support programs simulating hypersonic flight and studying effects on materials and structures.

Candidate should have extensive hands-on experimental experience in high enthalpy flow, chemical kinetics, molecular beams, or spectroscopic simulations, with strong data analysis and a record of peer-reviewed work.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experimental background in high enthalpy flow, chemical kinetics, molecular beams, or spectroscopic simulations.
• Experience with plasma technologies and high enthalpy flow diagnostics.
• Strong data analysis and proven technical leadership with peer-reviewed publications.
• Advanced degree or equivalent experience in chemistry, physics or applied engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental programs related to hypersonic flight environments and characterize material responses under extreme conditions.

Skills

High enthalpy flow

Chemical kinetics

Molecular beams

Spectroscopic simulations

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent experience in chemistry/physics/engineering

Tools

Schlieren diagnostics

Pitot probes

Calorimeter probes

Optical diagnostics

Job description

Physical Sciences Inc. in Andover, MA, seeks a Physical Chemist or Applied Physicist/Engineer to support programs simulating hypersonic flight and studying effects on materials and structures.

Candidate should have extensive hands-on experimental experience in high enthalpy flow, chemical kinetics, molecular beams, or spectroscopic simulations, with strong data analysis and a record of peer-reviewed work.