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Sr. Research Scientist

US - Goleta, CA💼 Full-time💰 $141,900–$141,900🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-25

Core

Develop next-generation infrared detector technologies and focal plane arrays for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.

Role type

Senior Research Scientist (semiconductor physics & optoelectronics)

Builds

High-performance infrared detector arrays and focal plane array systems

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing, optoelectronics, infrared sensing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | research

Required skills

semiconductor physics, optoelectronic devices, detector design, material growth, semiconductor processing, hybridization processes, photolithography, dry etching, dielectric deposition, metallization

Preferred skills

strategic product development, semiconductor process innovation, technical resource resolution, cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

infrared detectors, focal plane arrays, ROICs, silicon readout integrated circuits

Responsibilities

Lead semiconductor process development initiatives, support technical execution of R&D programs, contribute to device improvements via design and processing, assist in hybridization process development, support business development and funding opportunities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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