The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University · 1 month ago
Materials Science Research Engineer
University Park, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$109K/yr - $164K/yr
5+ years expThe Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking a motivated Materials Science Researcher to join their High Performance Materials and Processing Development Department. The role involves researching and developing innovative solutions for materials design and characterization to support various industries including aerospace and defense.
Universities
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and conduct experimental coating deposition trials for a wide range of materials and coatings comprised of nanocomposite, nanolayered, multilayered, functionally graded, and multifunctional material systems for property enhancement and performance for a variety of applications in the aerospace, defense, tooling, biomedical, nuclear, microelectronic, and optical industries
Develop experimental procedures for mechanical, environmental, and materials characterization testing
Prepare technical reports and presentations
Mentor, train, and collaborate with technical staff in the setup, maintenance, and operation of electron beam physical vapor deposition (EBPVD) systems, magnetron sputtering systems, cathodic arc systems, and other vacuum systems
Supervise of the work of lower level staff and undergraduate students
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Science discipline
5+ years related experience
Coating deposition processes such as: EBPVD, magnetron sputtering, cathodic arc systems, and electrochemical/autocatalytic baths including operation, maintenance, and process development
Coatings characterization by various techniques, including Tribology, optical microscopy (OM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), ultraviolet/visible and near infrared spectroscopy (UV-VIS NIR), Raman, and optical profilometry
Vacuum system pumps, controls, electrical requirements, design, and proper integration of components
Understanding and process development of ceramic and metallic (nano) polymer matrix composites
Characterization and synthesis of polymer-based and hybrid coating systems
Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
Preferred
Advanced coating deposition techniques
Electron beam high heat flux testing, including beam development and control
Past success with creating technical reports and documents, as well as providing ideas in written form for clear comprehension to an audience
Active government security clearance
Company
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Dromazos
CFO and Director of Business Services
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