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Northrop Grumman · 12 hours ago

Physicist - Level 5 - R10217212

Chandler, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$153K/yr - $229K/yr

10+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Level 5 Physicist to join their Space Sector team in Chandler, AZ. The role involves supporting program analyses and testing of ionizing radiation effects on electronic systems, utilizing computational tools for modeling and predicting effects, and conducting research into various physical phenomena.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conducts research into phases of atomic and molecular, nuclear, solid state, thermal, and other physical phenomena. Develops theories and laws based on observed results of experiments and predicts phenomena based on theoretical considerations in areas of application such as acoustics, electricity and magnetism, electronics, heat, light, mechanics, radiation, optics, and lasers

Working to identify susceptible piece-parts in a given system to varying ionizing radiation effects (total ionizing dose, prompt dose-rate, neutron degradation damage, and single event effects from protons, heavy-ions, and neutrons) based on part type (e.g. microprocessor, capacitor, etc) and part technology (e.g. CMOS, bipolar, etc)

Perform test/response data research on identified susceptible piece-parts or parts of similar type/technology to determine where testing is or is not needed given a program’s specific radiation requirements

Identify susceptible piece-parts in a given system to varying ionizing radiation effects (total ionizing dose, prompt dose-rate, neutron degradation damage, and single event effects from protons, heavy-ions, and neutrons) based on part type (e.g. microprocessor, capacitor, etc) and part technology (e.g. CMOS, bipolar, etc). Should be familiar with device fabrication processes, technologies, and susceptibilities associated with said ionizing radiation forms

Perform ionizing radiation testing on electronic piece parts using flash x-ray, cyclotrons, linear accelerators (LINAC), Co-60 and neutron sources. Design and/or develop test fixtures for individual device testing. Perform device characterization in-situ or on specialized device test fixturing

Ability to prepare test plans and procedures for EEE parts testing in ionizing radiation environments (candidates preferentially sought for dose rate, SEE and neutron environments, with secondary for total dose environments)

Design and/or develop test fixtures and software for individual device testing. Perform device characterization in-situ or on specialized device test fixturing. Experienced In hardware and software debugging

Perform transport analysis of ionizing radiation (including x-ray, proton, neutron, heavy ion) through materials to determine transported radiation environment/spectra; experience with NOVICE, MCNP/Atilla, SRIM/TRIM and THTk is preferred

Perform device and system calculations on expected upset rates given device SEE characteristics (Weibull, Bendel, step function) and trajectory or orbit parameters; experience with CREME96, OMERE, and SIRE2 is preferred

Perform data analysis (including statistical analysis) and part level SEECA (single event effects criticality analysis)

Design and implement mitigation techniques at the piece-part/circuit card/box level for ionizing radiation effects including photocurrent management, circumvention strategies and event detection/state management/recovery, and SEE functional and catastrophic failure modes

Qualification

Ionizing radiation testingComputational modeling toolsDevice characterizationRadiation effects analysisElectromagnetic testingStatistical analysisTest plan preparationCommunication skillsTeam collaboration