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Azimuth

Scientist III

Dayton, OH · On-site +1

... functional optical coating applications. Responsibilities for this role include, but are not ... Collaboration with research scientists and engineers to design, develop, and maintain software ...

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$137.40K - $177.90K/yr

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Louisville, KY · Remote

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Scientist III

Scientist III

Azimuth

Dayton, OH • On-site, Remote

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Azimuth Corporation is seeking a talented Scientist III to support R&D activities at the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (RX), Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH. This research position resides within the Optical Coatings group of the Photonic Materials Branch (RXEP). At the broadest level, optical coatings research within AFRL/RXEP plans, directs, and carries out in-house and extramural R&D of materials-based technologies with an emphasis in functional optical coating applications.

Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Collaboration with research scientists and engineers to design, develop, and maintain software solutions for deposition equipment control, optical coating characterization, data management, and online database integration.
  • Your work will directly impact cutting-edge research in optical coatings and their applications for the Department of Defense.
  • Exceptional teamwork and communication skills are required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Entry level or 0-2 years of software development experience, preferably in a research or scientific environment.
  • Proficiency in high-level programming language such as, but no limited to, Python, C++, Java, MATLAB, or R. Experience with multiple languages is preferred.
  • Experience with API development and integration.
  • Familiarity with database design and management (e.g., SQL or NoSQL) and ability to create, query, and optimize databases to support research data and analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Experience with data visualization and analysis tools.
  • Interest in scientific research and development.
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to adapt to changing research priorities.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Physical Requirements / Travel

  • Must be able to work in a laboratory environment and lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be able to work in an office environment at a desk using a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
  • May travel up to 5% of the year in support of research conferences, program reviews, industry meetings, or other collaborative events. Most or all requisite travel will be in the CONUS (Continental United States).
  • Hybrid on-site and local remote telework scheduling options available

Company Overview
Azimuth is an award-winning Woman Owned Small Business specializing in providing research and development and professional services support to the federal government. Azimuth's agility, customer driven approach and our commitment to our employees allows us to meet and exceed our client goals. Excellence, Integrity, Accountability, Community and Humility are the core values of Azimuth as we continue to strive as a recognized leader in the management consulting community that both federal agencies and industry partners value doing business with. We are an organization that offers both our employees and clients an exceptional experience; our culture will be contagious, while always maintaining a genuine reputation.

Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Azimuth Corporation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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