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2026 Photonics Research Associate

The Aerospace Corporation

$37 - $49
Oct 8, 2025
El Segundo, CA, US
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The Aerospace Corporation is looking to solve the hardest problems in space programs, providing innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of data analysis techniques, including skills in or ability to learn Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, or related languages
  • Experience with the operation and alignment of benchtop optical systems and fiber optics
  • Knowledge of photonic devices and applications
  • Experience with design software such as Solidworks or AutoCAD
  • Programming ability in Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, or related technical language
  • Knowledge of instrument setup and control including automation using LabVIEW, PyVISA, or an equivalent program
  • Experience with running and/or developing processes in a clean room setting

Responsibilities

  • Setting up and maintaining a variety laboratory experiments, focused on but not limited to optical systems
  • Using microfabrication facilities to manufacture and package novel photonic devices
  • Collecting and analyzing data, then presenting results internally to management, customers and externally at conferences and workshops
  • Providing critical support to the laboratory research and development activities as an active member of interdisciplinary research teams
  • Providing support for field campaigns involving travel to remote locations
  • Learning new skills while on the job and becoming independent and knowledgeable in laboratory activities
  • Working with a broad group of scientists and engineers helping to solve the nation’s most challenging problems

Other

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Must work well in a team environment, coordinate efforts, and work with other internal and external organizations
  • Must possess strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
  • Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university program in Physics, Optics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)