Support Scientist II-6

PAE Government Services Inc.; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum in the United States is seeking a scientist to perform rigorous studies of biological systems designed for reduced gravity and space conditions, supporting NASA life support efforts and exploration programs. The role involves developing organisms and systems that can produce mission-relevant compounds and enabling in situ manufacturing using local resources, including flight testing.

Collaborate with other scientists to generate research proposals and publish findings in peer‑reviewed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five years of applicable experience.
• Ability to perform rigorous scientific research in space environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific work on biological systems for reduced gravity and space conditions.
• Develop organisms and systems capable of producing mission-relevant compounds.
• Collaborate with scientists to generate research proposals and publish findings.
• Support in situ manufacturing research and flight testing of developed systems.

Skills

5 years of related experience

Biological research

Engineering background

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Science

Job description

Salary

This is a salaried/exempt position with an annual estimated salary of $99,736.00 which will be based on a candidate’s work history and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform scientific work involving rigorous studies of biological systems designed to operate in reduced gravity and/or other space conditions in support of NASA's life support efforts and other space exploration programs.

This includes the development of organisms and systems that are capable of producing mission-relevant compounds such as nutritional compounds, pharmaceuticals, chemicals/polymers, fuels, and binding agents.

Collaborate with other scientists in generating research proposals, and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.

Conduct research in the development of hybrid biological/physio-chemical methods to enable in situ manufacturing of needed mission resources using local resources found in missions, including flight testing of developed systems.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Science in recognized field of Engineering or Science from an accredited institution; plus five years of applicable experience.

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