Materials R&D Scientist Lvl III (R&D Specialist)

Overview:

Luna Labs invents the next generation of technologies to keep the United States safe, enable more renewable energy, and innovate healthcare technologies to detect, prevent, and treat diseases. The 80+ scientists and engineers in our three research groups - Biotech, Materials, and Systems - collaborate daily to offer a tailored, multi-disciplinary approach to today's complex needs for innovation.

Job Summary

The R&D Scientist lvl I (Research Associate Scientist) supports fast-paced research focused on advancing materials technologies. This role requires expertise in areas such as corrosion-resistant coatings, multifunctional barrier coatings, polymeric composites, inorganic ceramic materials, or electromagnetic signature control materials. Responsibilities include contributing to technology development, experimental design and execution, and generating innovative ideas. The Research Associate will assist with ongoing materials programs and conduct exploratory research to establish new R&D initiatives. Primary responsibilities and duties associated with this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform experiments and procedures within a lab setting including thermal, physical, and analytical testing and analysis
• Maintain and operate laboratory equipment
• Record, store, summarize, interpret, and analyze raw data for timely technical report writing, and develop new methodology as necessary under direct supervision
• Support early product development through literature reviews, sourcing of equipment, components and supplies, and assemble systems and prototypes for ongoing research
• Write clear, concise, and timely technical summaries with analysis of data to document significant results
• Keep a complete laboratory notebook of work performed
• Demonstrate and promote both laboratory and office safety
• Utilize current technology to accomplish tasks on projects and to solve routine technical problems
• Assist the transition of new technologies into product concepts, prototype design, and commercialization.

Required Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in laboratory research
• Ability to support several disparate programs in parallel.
• Functions well in a fast-paced and team-oriented R&D environment
• Strong commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, technical writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Desire and ability to understand the technical approach within the context of the application
• Due to government contracting regulations, U.S. Citizenship is a firm requirement.

Supervisory Role:

No

Work Environment:

• The role involves working onsite and in a laboratory environment and interacting with technical staff.
• Occasional travel to between company locations, client sites, conferences, and related events is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs may be required.
• Duties may occasionally be completed remotely using secure company equipment and software, at the supervisor's discretion.