Sr. Scientist

Sem-Sol is seeking a Senior Scientist who brings an energizing combination of experience and character to the table. The scientist we are looking for knows more than just the subject matter - they know how to get the job done. We always have several Department of Defense projects running, and their successful completion requires your skill and your professionalism. We need a self-motivated individual who also has the strong organizational and communication skills to effectively work as part of a team. As part of the Sem-Sol team, you will be an innovator at the leading edge where R & D and real-world applications meet.

Duties will include:

• Collaborating with other scientists, engineers, technicians, and program managers to develop the next generation of High-Power Microwave (HPM) devices and systems.
• Designing, simulating, and testing:
  1. Vacuum electronics based HPM sources.
  2. HPM antennas
  3. Waveguide components such as directional couplers, mode converters, and filters.
• Performing laboratory measurements and calibrations of microwave components and equipment.
• Presenting work at design reviews and conferences.
• Writing reports to describe simulation results.
• Comparing simulation results to experimental results.
• Writing technical proposals.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience working in a microwave engineering-related discipline.
• Experience performing microwave device simulations in CST, ICEPIC, HFSS or similar software.
• Experience working in a research, development, or prototyping environment.
• Experience in writing proposals for competitive solicitations.

Desired Skills/Experience/Qualifications:

• 20+ years of experience of working on HPM projects for either the government or industry.
• Familiarity with performing measurements of microwave components and antennas using equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Noise Figure Analyzers, Power Meters, and Near Field Arrays.
• M.S. or Ph.D in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, or related field.

To be eligible for this opportunity, you must meet the following requirements:

• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. a7 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
• Active Security Clearance is required or ability to obtain a security clearance.

We offer a competitive salary along with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave and PTO.