2025 Electromechanical Research Associate
2025 Electromechanical Research Associate
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$ 70000 - 85000
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Electromechanical Research Associate for an opportunity in El Segundo CA.
Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL) supports the effective and timely development and operation of national security systems through scientific research and the application of advanced technologies. PSL has more than 150 specialized laboratories used to test analyze and troubleshoot virtually every aspect of rocket and satellite system design development construction deployment and operation. The diverse expertise of the laboratories technical staff allows PSL to stay abreast of new technological developments and program support issues associated with rapidly evolving space systems.
The Advanced Materials Processing section of the Materials Processing Department (MPD) within the Space Materials Laboratory (SML) provides expertise and laboratory capabilities in optical materials thin films and space environmental effects on materials for advanced space systems. MPD hosts an interdisciplinary team working across materials science physics and engineering to design manufacture and test optical materials for space applications. We are seeking an Electromechanical Research Associate to support research technology development and program activities related to space environmental effects on materials and optical thin films for spacecraft applications. You will directly support MPD scientists in development and of experiments and in the operation of associated laboratories.
Work Model
This is a fulltime position based in El Segundo CA which requires 100 onsite work.
What Youll Be Doing
Providing technical support to programs investigating spacecraft material properties focused on optical properties and space environmental effects on materials.
Providing laboratory and analytical support to space environment effects simulations testing and materials research.
Maintaining and operate specialized highvacuum exposure chambers used for radiation exposure testing of spacecraft materials including setting up experiments modifying test equipment maintaining laboratory assets writing software and making relevant measurements.
Working closely with scientists and technical staff to perform experiments and resolve experiment or testing anomalies and challenges.
Applying standard techniques and procedures to carry out scientific and/or engineering tasks.
Supporting more than one technical area of the department as needs arise and support multiple projects concurrently.
What You Need to be Successful Electromechanical Research Associate
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degreefrom an accredited college or university programin Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Physics Chemistry Materials Science or a related discipline.
01 year of industry work experience.
Electromechanical skills and familiarity with electrical and mechanical components.
Prior experience in a laboratory environment and with lab safety protocols.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently with careful attention to detail.
This position requirestheability to obtain and maintain a securityclearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Experience with highvacuum systems actuators valves etc.
Experience with computer interface / control of lab equipment automation or data acquisition and measurement systems (such as LabVIEW PLC programming etc..
Experience with mechanical design and associated software programs (such as SolidWorks etc.
Handson experience with optics optical materials materials processing optical measurements and/or the space environment.
Experience handling optics or sensitive precision hardware.
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The gradebased pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.
(Min Max)
$70000.00 $85000.00Pay Basis: HourlyLeadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process our team will provide details of our industryleading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays sick time and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options
401(k) Plan Employees receive a total companypaid benefit of 8 10 or 12 of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegalas well as thePay Transparency Policy Statement.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
