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K2 Space

Solar Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$100K - $140K/yr

Support solar array subsystem development through analysis, component-level testing, and ... Bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering ...

K2 Space

Solar Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Support solar array subsystem development through analysis, component-level testing, and ... Bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering ...

First Solar

Development Engineer IV USA

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$99K - $140K/yr

Serve as a senior technical contributor with First Solar's Perovskite pilot line department focusing on Perovskite photovoltaic device physics-based root cause and failure analysis. * Support ...

K2 Space

Senior Solar Process Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$140K - $175K/yr

Use a first-principle, physics-based characterization across production processes to identify ... Partner with solar structures/mechanisms, thermal, avionics, and production teams to define ...

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How much do solar physics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for solar physics in the United States is $46,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $50,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Solar Physics professional?

Day-to-day responsibilities for a Solar Physics professional often include analyzing data from ground-based or space-borne solar observatories, developing and testing theoretical models, and publishing research findings in scientific journals. You may collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers to design new instruments, interpret results, or contribute to large-scale research projects. Regular activities also include attending research meetings, presenting findings at conferences, and mentoring junior team members or students. This role offers a dynamic mix of independent research and team-based collaboration in academic, government, or private research settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Solar Physics position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Solar Physics, you need a strong background in physics, mathematics, and computational modeling, usually supported by an advanced degree in physics or astrophysics. Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or IDL, experience with data analysis tools, and knowledge of solar observation instruments are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving skills, collaboration, and effective scientific communication help professionals stand out in research-driven environments. These competencies are crucial for interpreting complex solar phenomena and contributing valuable insights to the field.

What is a Solar Physics job?

A Solar Physics job involves studying the Sun's structure, behavior, and influence on the solar system. Scientists in this field analyze solar phenomena like sunspots, solar flares, and coronal mass ejections, often using satellite data, ground-based telescopes, and computer modeling. Their research helps improve space weather predictions, which impact communications, power grids, and satellite operations. Many solar physicists work in research institutions, space agencies, or universities, contributing to both scientific understanding and practical applications.

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Infographic showing various Solar Physics job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 88% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,902 per year, or $22.5 per hour.
HP099 Scientific Software Developer

HP099 Scientific Software Developer

ADNET Systems, Inc.

Greenbelt, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

HP099 Scientific Software Developer
We are seeking a Scientific Software Developer to join the Virtual Solar Observatory (VSO) team. This is a full-time on-site position at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD.
The VSO is a software project developed at GSFC that provides the software infrastructure to enable users everywhere to find and access solar physics data from multiple heterogeneous scientific data repositories across the world. The VSO is one of the principal tools used by scientists all over the world to search for and download data about the Sun.
The primary focus of this position is to develop, implement, and maintain a new implementation of the VSO, including new services. Duties of the role include the design, implementation, and maintenance of VSO services, improving and implementing unit tests for the VSO code, creating automated process monitoring tools to gain insight into the operation and usage of the VSO, and improving the VSO development environment.
Required Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and a minimum of three years relevant work experience (or equivalent degree/diploma and work experience).
  • 5+ years of Python web software development.
  • Writing units tests for Python online data communication and processing pipelines.
  • Experience in setting up and running middleware such as uWSGI, uvicorn, Gunicorn, and Graphite.
  • MySQL and Postgres databases.
  • Linux environments.
  • US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (LPR) required, with US residency for the past 3 consecutive years.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 1 Background Investigation through NASA.

Desired Experience
  • Distributed development systems (for example cvs, git).
  • Continuous integration (for example travis, jenkins).
  • Working in a scientific data analysis environment.
  • SOAP and RESTful interfaces.
  • Flask, Django, FastAPI. etc. Python frameworks.
  • Working with a highly distributed team.
  • Creation and monitoring of data processing pipelines, generation of reports.
  • Scanning of log files to generate automatically status and usage reports.

Team ADNET brings over 30+ years of experience to information systems and professional services for the federal government. With a history of expertise in software development, computer network design, IT security, mission operations support, and educational outreach, Team ADNET is deeply embedded in the Space and Earth Science at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD.
ADNET Systems, Inc. is working with Goddard Space Flight Center to fulfill NASA's vision for space exploration, and working with the Science and Exploration Directorate to fulfill its many missions.
ADNET Systems, Inc. is an employee-centric company, committed to providing premier benefits that support our employees and their families. With affordable medical and dental plans coupled with leading disability and life insurance options, ADNET offers our employees the benefits most sought after by today's professional candidate. Furthermore, our benefits package features the extras that distinguish us from other small businesses, ensuring our high employee retention that our customers appreciate.
Some features of our compensation plans and environment perks include:
  • Annual Leave/Sick Leave
  • Military and Family Emergency Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Direct Deposit Payroll
  • 401K Plan with Company Matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Swag bags

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