Electrostatic and Surface Physics Engineer

Astrion$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience with CAD modeling and engineering drafting.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes.
  • Proficient in PCB design and assembly.
  • Physical testing expertise (e.g., vacuum systems).
  • Over 3 years of engineering experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and test ground-based and flight hardware.
  • Support ongoing and upcoming lunar electrostatics projects.
  • Develop tools for dust mitigation and tribo-charging testing.
  • Contribute to the CLPS-Electrometer project.
  • Work on the Infrastructure Pilot Excavator and Electro-Resin Spray System.
  • Implement Electrodynamic Dust Shield Seals.

Benefits

  • Full-time position at a prestigious location (Kennedy Space Center).
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge lunar exploration technologies.
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within NASA.
  • Limited travel requirements, promoting work-life balance.
  • Hands-on role with direct impact on innovative projects.
Full Job Description
Overview

Electrostatic and Surface Physics Engineer

LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: BI investigation

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed

Must be US citizen

ASTRION is seeking an on-site Electrostatic and Surface Physics Engineer to support the Electrostatic and Surface Physics Laboratory at NASA Kennedy Space Center (KSC). This role supports the development, fabrication, integration, and testing of electrostatic and surface physics technologies for lunar and planetary exploration applications.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with experience designing, building, troubleshooting, and testing hardware in laboratory and prototype development environments. This position requires strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

  • Master's degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering or physical science discipline.
  • Experience in CAD modeling.
  • Experience in engineering drafting for machine shops.
  • Experience in manufacturing
  • PCB design and assembly
  • Physical testing experience (vacuum chambers, etc.)
  • 3+ years of experience
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:
  • Expertise in plasma physics or plasma-based systems
  • Expertise with electrometers and precision electrical measurement systems
  • Experience with electrostatic systems, high-voltage systems, or dust mitigation technologies
  • Familiarity with vacuum systems, environmental testing, or embedded electronics
  • Experience supporting prototype or flight hardware development
  • Knowledge of surface physics, tribo-charging, or electrostatic discharge phenomena


RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be a hands-on developer focused on rapid design, build, and testing of ground-based and flight ready hardware. The successful candidate will immediately support ongoing and upcoming projects, including the Lunar Electrostatics and Dust Mitigation tool, CLPS-Electrometer, Tribo-charging Testing, the Infrastructure Pilot Excavator, Electro-Resin Spray System, and Electrodynamic Dust Shield Seals.

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