Space Radiation Effects Scientist - Electronics & Missions

avav; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 138,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment in Albuquerque is seeking a Radiation Effects Scientist to join our space-focused team. You will apply radiation-effect analyses to guide electronics design for space systems across GEO, MEO, LEO and beyond, helping missions meet stringent reliability requirements.

The role requires a Master's with 6+ years or PhD with 4+ years, US security clearance eligibility, and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required with 6+ years of relevant experience; PhD with 4+ years is acceptable.
• Strong written and verbal communication for presenting designs to stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering decisions based on radiation effects on overall system performance.
• Perform TID, SEE, DDD, and related radiation analyses to support design of electronics systems.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure radiation effects on electronics systems are understood and characterized.
• Evaluate COTS and radiation hardened components for mission suitability.
• Interact with program teams and program managers to ensure assigned tasks align with program schedule and deliveries.
• Present radiation design risks and performance at program milestone reviews.
• Develop radiation test plans and provide review and analysis of data.
• Assist with testing efforts, test station setup, and validation and verification efforts.
• Develop standard practices for our radiation hardness and mission assurance program.
• Collaborate on program requirements development.
• Assist in developing training materials and tools for new hires.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the division and business unit.
• Participate in relevant conferences and industry organizations to maintain awareness of current state of research and make contributions to the industry.
• All other duties as assigned

Education

Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or another relevant field

Job description

AeroVironment in Albuquerque is seeking a Radiation Effects Scientist to join our space-focused team. You will apply radiation-effect analyses to guide electronics design for space systems across GEO, MEO, LEO and beyond, helping missions meet stringent reliability requirements.

The role requires a Master's with 6+ years or PhD with 4+ years, US security clearance eligibility, and collaboration across disciplines.