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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 month ago

National Security Engineering Division - Space Hardware Postdoctoral Researcher

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$118K/yr - $135K/yr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking a Space Hardware Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in structural mechanics and engineering design of advanced materials for space applications. The role involves developing simulations, collaborating with engineers and scientists, and contributing to experiments related to novel material development.

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Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct fundamental research in structural dynamics of novel materials for space payload applications

Develop custom structural and dynamic finite element simulations

Research and advise the Space Hardware group on research direction for novel materials

Contribute to the conception, design and execution of experiments related to novel material development and characterization

Support lab experiments to test and characterize mechanical response of novel materials for space applications

Communicate and collaborate with engineers, scientists and physicists supporting space payload development

Develop new computational tools for high performance computing studies

Support proposal development for the Space Hardware group

Design research plans, generate and analyze results, publish findings in peer- reviewed journals

Present research outcomes at conferences, seminars, and technical meetings

Contribute to technical reports for sponsors and stakeholders

Travel as needed to coordinate with research collaborators and visit field sites

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PhD in related fieldStructural dynamics researchFinite element simulationsMechanical device designMathematical modelingVerbal communicationWritten communicationLeadership skills

Required

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

PhD in a related field physical science, engineering or applied mathematics discipline

Experience designing complex mechanical devices, accounting for material choices, thermal management, and preferably, optical performance

Experience developing innovative solutions to scientific and technical problems

Ability to perform and undertake independent and original research and communicate findings through publication of journal articles and presentations at seminars and scientific meetings

Proficient verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership skills to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Ability to travel