Space Microelectronics Device Scientist – Radiation & Reliability

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Professional growth programs

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Sr. Microelectronics Device Scientist to advance radiation-hardness-by-design and reliability for space systems. You will lead investigations into CMOS, SiGe, III-V and other advanced devices, perform radiation tests, and collaborate with internal and external partners.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in related fields, strong publication potential, and ability to communicate results at conferences.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0-1 year of industry work experience.
• Coursework related to semiconductor physics.
• Knowledge of microelectronic and/or optoelectronic device physics (e.g., CMOS, III-V, 2D materials).
• Experience in testing semiconductor devices.
• Experience with Python / LabVIEW / MATLAB or similar for data analysis.
• Willing to travel up to 10% domestically.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Transcripts required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to national security space programs and collaborators.
• Conduct basic and applied research on microelectronic device technologies for space systems.
• Publish results in refereed journals and present at meetings.
• Support adoption and assessment of new technologies for space systems (reliability and radiation hardness).
• Perform radiation testing on microelectronic and optoelectronic components (gamma, x-ray, neutrons, protons, heavy ions).
• Duties may evolve; training and mentorship will be provided.

Skills

Semiconductor physics

Python

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Security clearance readiness

Travel willingness

Publication mindset

Strong analytical skills

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

L-Edit IC

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Sr. Microelectronics Device Scientist to advance radiation-hardness-by-design and reliability for space systems. You will lead investigations into CMOS, SiGe, III-V and other advanced devices, perform radiation tests, and collaborate with internal and external partners.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in related fields, strong publication potential, and ability to communicate results at conferences.