Space-Based Radiation Sensor Scientist

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 106,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO or HD)

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks scientists to plan and execute sensor simulations for space-based radiation detectors. Positions support the XAPS project and ISR-8, with opportunities to contribute across the hardware lifecycle, from design to operation, while collaborating with engineers, scientists, and sponsors.

The roles include entry to senior responsibilities, with emphasis on developing simulation models, interpreting on-orbit data, and advancing radiation sensing

Qualifications

• Expertise in radiation transport or simulations for detector systems.
• Experience producing technical results from fundamental sciences or supporting sensors.
• Ability to lead teams to achieve research goals with broad impact.
• Strong communication skills for reports and publications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute sensor simulations and constellation-level simulations.
• Analyze operational data to assess sensor health and performance.
• Develop and interpret models to inform sensor design and mission requirements.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with engineers, scientists, and sponsors.

Skills

Radiation transport modeling

MCNP/GEANT4

Data analysis

Algorithm development

C++/Python

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree (Scientist 3)

Tools

MCNP

GEANT4

Python

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks scientists to plan and execute sensor simulations for space-based radiation detectors. Positions support the XAPS project and ISR-8, with opportunities to contribute across the hardware lifecycle, from design to operation, while collaborating with engineers, scientists, and sponsors.

The roles include entry to senior responsibilities, with emphasis on developing simulation models, interpreting on-orbit data, and advancing radiation sensing