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The engineer will provide innovative solutions to complex problems by leading the development of novel microsystems that integrate precision sensors, actuators, optics, and/or novel materials. He or she will need to work across organizations to technically contribute to existing programs, identify new opportunities, develop innovative concepts and write competitive proposals. Candidates should have a MEMS design, analysis and/or fabrication background but be willing to venture into new and unexplored areas. Experience in application areas such as inertial guidance, magnetic sensing, microfluidic systems, biomedical devices, thermoelectrics, microelectronics, spacecraft, energy storage, radiation physics, and related topics is beneficial but not required. The candidate will be expected to work effectively in a team environment, mentor junior engineers, write proposals, and communicate progress and results through published reports and presentations.
The ideal candidate will have a MS or PhD degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, physics or a related field with 20 or more years of experience. Desired skills include:
This applicant must be able to obtain a Security Clearance which requires US citizenship.
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