Research Analyst - Research Engineer - Sr. Research Engineer

Who We Are:As a recognized leader in space science research and spacecraftinstrumentation, avionics, and electronics, we work to reveal thesecrets of our solar system and the universe.Objectives of this Role:This position will lead the research and development of experimental,laser-based, spaceflight instrumentation enabling in-situ geochronologyinvestigations across the Solar System.Work in multidisciplinary laboratory environment to design, build, andoptimize novel spacecraft instrumentation for scientific missions to the moonand beyond.Spearhead the design, development, and hands-on fabrication, assembly,integration, and test of laser and mass spectrometry sub-systems fromconcept to flight instrument delivery.Collaborate with senior R&D personnel in cutting edge research involvingpulsed lasers, mass spectrometry and high-speed data acquisition systems.Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:Work with scientific personnel to design, build, and test laser-basedinstrumentation capable of in-situ isotopic geochronology.Manage the daily operations of a state-of-the-art scientific laboratorycontaining Class IIIb/Class IV pulsed and CW lasers, ultra-high vacuumsystems, high-resolution mass spectrometers, pressurized gases, cryogensand high-voltage systems.Lead the design, fabrication and performance validation of variousoptomechanical and photonic systems. Direct interfacing with external vendorsto procure instrumentation hardware, system sub-components and laboratorytest equipment.Typical duties will involve the formulation and implementation of approachesto solving a wide array of experimental flight hardware problems - focused onthe design, assembly and control of mechanical and electrical systems fordata collection.Experimental data collection in an optical laboratory environment. LabViewdata acquisition and control system development.Requirements:Requires a Masters or a PhD in AMO Physics, Applied Physics, ElectricalEngineering, Optical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a relatedEngineering field.4+ years: Demonstrated experimental work in a research or industrial laserlaboratory environment.4+ years: Experience working with nanosecond and/or ultrafast pulsedlasers. Must have comprehensive hands-on experience with oscillator andamplifier beam alignment, pulse characterization, and parametric tuning.3-5 years: Experience in designing and building experimental test bed setupsincorporating but not limited to: narrow linewidth tunable and pulsedlasers, electro-optic elements, acousto-optic elements, beam shapingoptics, and/or fiber optics.2 years: Experience in high-speed RF/TTL pulse synthesis, clocksynchronization, and jitter control.A valid/clear driver's license is required.Special Requirements:Work assignment is in Boulder, Colorado. Must be a U.S. person (i.e.,U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident,asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.Job Locations: Boulder, ColoradoSalary Range: $82,950.00 - $168,709.00For more information about this division, visit the Solar System Science &Exploration home page.For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.For benefits information at all other locations, click here.An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion,sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.