Senior X-ray Imaging Research Scientist

** Job Summary
** 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 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 Microelectronics Technology Department (MTD) at The Aerospace Corporation conducts basic and applied research in aerospace parts for space applications, and provides technical support to national security space programs.

The MTD is seeking a
** Senior*
* ** X-ray Imaging Research Scientist (Research Scientist/ Senior Scientist - Signal & Image Process Engineering & Physics)
** to support investigations of aerospace parts’ reliability and physics of failure in advanced devices, materials, and processes for space applications. S/hewill perform materials and device characterization to identify root cause of failure by various techniques including X-ray radiography and computed tomography. The staff member will apply and develop techniques for data and image analysis of X-ray computed tomography data and to enhance perceptivity of failures and anomalies in devices.

S/he must also exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills and desire to work in an environment requiring independence as well as project leadership and teamwork.

Highlights of our lab's capabilities can be seen here:

The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.
** What You’ll Be Doing
*** Conduct non-destructive fault isolation and construction analysis of aerospace parts: microelectronics, 3D-printed materials, and machined parts using X-ray CT machines
* Collect and interpret X-ray tomography data, and occasionally with customers
* Provide responsive technical support to national security space programs
* Work with contractors on the handling of delicate flight hardware
* Develop or evaluate new tools for X-ray data and image acquisition or analysis
* Conduct innovative basic and applied research to advance the scientific community’s knowledge in X-ray imaging
* Work with XCT tools or analysis software vendors to debug their tools
* Minimum Requirements for
* ** A minimum of (6) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience in electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, computer science, material science is required**- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical personnel via oral and written forms

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance  requirements for the
** A minimum of (12) or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience conducting nondestructive evaluations is required
*** Candidates should have a strong background in one or more of the following areas: X-ray phase contrast imaging, spectral imaging, and laminography
* Familiarity with 3D printing and CAD
* Proficient in Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++
* Familiarity with using machine learning methods for image analysis/anomaly identification
* A current and active Secret or TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government is strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Experience with volumetric imaging software (e.g. Volume Graphics, Dragonfly), and iterative reconstruction methods is strongly desired
* 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 company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees…