Thermal-Fluid R&D Scientist — Power & Innovation

Seeds Renewables; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,800 - 121,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Teledyne Scientific & Imaging is seeking a Research Scientist to join the Central Research Laboratory, a leader in infrared sensors and R&D innovation. You will design, build, and validate prototypes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on heat transfer and power/thermal management challenges. The ideal candidate holds an MS or PhD in a related field, has hands-on lab experience, and excels in data analysis and problem solving.

U.S. citizenship is required due to access restrictions.

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field (0–5 years of experience; higher experience considered)
• Strong technical background in heat transfer and fluid dynamics
• Hands-on laboratory and experimental research experience
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and technical problem-solving
• Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Icepak, Workbench) is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in dynamic, cross-functional teams
• Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and developing cutting-edge technologies
• US citizenship due to access restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced power and thermal management technologies for military and commercial applications
• Design, build, and validate prototype systems to demonstrate new concepts
• Conduct experimental research in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and micro-fluidics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and identify solution pathways
• Analyze data, interpret results, and refine designs using sound engineering judgment
• Contribute to the advancement of innovative R&D initiatives within the Power and Thermal-Fluids group

Skills

Heat transfer

Fluid dynamics

Experimental research

Data analysis

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

Icepak

Workbench

Job description

Teledyne Scientific & Imaging is seeking a Research Scientist to join the Central Research Laboratory, a leader in infrared sensors and R&D innovation. You will design, build, and validate prototypes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on heat transfer and power/thermal management challenges. The ideal candidate holds an MS or PhD in a related field, has hands-on lab experience, and excels in data analysis and problem solving.

U.S. citizenship is required due to access restrictions.