Battery Research Scientist
Core
Lead R&D projects to develop, evaluate, and analyze next-generation battery and energy storage technologies for national security space applications.
Role type
Senior IC battery research scientist (chemistry/materials science)
Builds
Prototypes, tools, and capabilities for characterizing and assessing spacecraft energy storage systems
Domain
Aerospace / National Security Space Systems / Electrochemistry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
electrochemistry principles, materials science, battery testing protocols, characterization techniques (XRD, SEM, EIS, cyclic voltammetry), failure analysis, anomaly investigation, technical reporting, roadmap development
Preferred skills
modeling and simulation of battery performance, physics-based models, thermal modeling, technical leadership as PI, requirements development for space systems
Technologies
XRD, SEM, EIS, cyclic voltammetry
Responsibilities
Develop and lead R&D projects to reduce risk and enable technology transition; conduct failure analysis and anomaly investigations; coordinate experiments and data analysis; maintain networks with program offices and manufacturers; prepare technical reports and publications
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic thought