Senior Scientist - Formulation and Composites

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) matching plan

Professional development reimbursement

Equity opportunities for full-time positions

Job summary

Valid8 Financial, Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist to join their polymer/composite materials engineering team. This hands-on position involves guiding the design and manufacturability of advanced polymer materials, focused on high-temperature thermosets. You will collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to innovate new materials and optimize processes.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and at least 3-5 years of industrial experience in material development, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial experience in developing advanced materials and polymers for high-performance applications.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a hands-on laboratory environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design, formulation, and manufacturability of polymer resins.
• Support new product development through formulating high-performance resins.
• Mentor junior scientists and technicians to advance products.
• Plan experiments and analyze data for new formulations.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and/or formulating polymer composites

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant technology field or equivalent industrial experience

Job description

Senior Scientist – Formulation and Composites

Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons may be considered

Defense, aerospace and other high-performance applications demand new material solutions stronger, lighter, more resilient tested and delivered faster than traditionally available. Cambium is disrupting advanced materials development, from AI-driven molecular design to agile domestic manufacturing. Whether enabling hypersonic flight or protecting critical systems, our solutions push the limits of what’s possible. Cambium solves mission-critical problems in defense and industry. Our team of world-class scientists and engineers was purposely built to take on those challenges. Come join us and revolutionize advanced materials for defense, aerospace, and beyond.

THE ROLE

Cambium is seeking a Senior Scientist to join our polymer/composite materials engineering team. In this role, you will guide the design, formulation, and manufacturability of polymer resins, with a focus on high-temperature thermosets, from the benchtop to commercialization.

This is a hands‑on position where you will work closely with leadership, scientists/engineers, technicians, and cross‑functional teams to develop new materials, assist with laboratory operations and technology transfer, and contribute to process optimization efforts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support senior leadership in driving new product development through guiding the design, development, and execution of formulating high-performance resins into various product forms (e.g. film adhesives, composites, coatings, foams)
• Mentor and work with junior scientists and technicians to advance products/product forms, focusing on manufacturability. This is a hands‑on role and you will be expected to spend considerable time in the laboratory.
• Work collaboratively with synthetic chemists and engineers to plan experiments, including DoEs, to evaluate new additives and develop new formulations.
• Analyze data and document conclusions in reports and presentations.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership.
• Communicate clearly and concisely key concepts, development status, performance outcomes, and lessons learned to your coworkers, investors, and collaborators.
• Prioritize safety and OSHA, EPA, and local health and safety requirements.
• Create and contribute to the product demonstration and engineering teams in a manner consistent with Cambium’s mission and values and the growth of Cambium’s business

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. in a relevant technology field (i.e., Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, etc.) or equivalent industrial experience
• At least 3-5 years of industrial experience in the development of advanced materials and polymers for use in high-performance applications
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and/or formulating polymer composites and/or adhesives
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a hands‑on laboratory environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required

SALARY

$135,000 – $166,000 annually

BENEFITS

Cambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan, professional development reimbursement, and an opportunity for equity for most full‑time positions.

As a condition of employment, the candidate may need to successfully complete a medical evaluation and obtain clearance to wear respiratory personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.