Meta Optics Research Scientist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Azimuth Corporation is seeking a talented Meta Optics Research Scientist to carry out meta-optics R&D at the Materials and Manufacturing Directorate (RX), Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH. This research position resides within the Optical Coatings group of the Photonic Materials Branch (RXEP). At the broadest level, meta-optics research within AFRL/RXEP plans, directs, and carries out in-house and extramural R&D of materials-based technologies with an emphasis in functional optical coating applications. Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following: Focus on the development, fabrication, and comprehensive characterization of advanced meta-optics. Conduct experimental fabrication and characterization of emergent optical coating technologies in conjunction with existing in-house capabilities. Hands-on experience involving the fabrication of optical metasurfaces is required. Exceptional teamwork and communication skills are also required for this position. Minimum Qualifications PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related science, engineering, or mathematics field. PhD entry level or 0-3 years of professional research experience post PhD. Proven track record in designing and/or fabricating optical metasurfaces. Strong understanding of electromagnetic theory, photonics, and optics. Excellent technical communication skills as demonstrated by research conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications. Experience with clean room fabrication techniques, including direct write lithography, e-beam lithography, nanoimprinting, or thin film deposition. Experience with experimental optical characterization of thin films or metasurfaces (e.g., UV/Vis/NIR and FTIR spectrophotometry, polarization-dependent spectrophotometry, temperature-dependent spectrophotometry, spectroscopic ellipsometry, etc.). Experience with compositional, morphological, or topological experimental characterization of optical thin films or metasurfaces (e.g., XPS, XRD, XRR, AFM, SEM, TEM, etc.). Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and seamlessly engage in proficient collaborative teamwork dynamics. Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required) Desired Qualifications Experience with physical vapor deposition such as magnetron sputtering, pulsed laser deposition, e-beam evaporation, or thermal evaporation. Experience with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, or Mathematica and associated coding languages. Experience deducing structure-property-processing relationships of thin films and optical coating systems through systematic design of experiments. Familiarity with numerical simulation tools for electromagnetic modeling and design optimization (e.g., COMSOL, Lumerical FDTD, Lumerical HEAT, etc.). Familiarity with machine learning or artificial intelligence techniques for optical design. Ability to research, learn, and devise new experimental techniques or technical concepts. Physical Requirements / Travel Must be able to work in a laboratory environment and lift or carry up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work in an office environment at a desk using a computer, keyboard, and mouse. May travel up to 10% of the year to attend research conferences, program reviews, industry meetings, or other collaborative events. Most or all requisite travel will be in the CONUS (Continental United States). Hybrid on-site and local remote telework scheduling options available. Company Overview Azimuth is an award-winning Woman Owned Small Business specializing in providing research and development and professional services support to the federal government. Azimuth's agility, customer driven approach and our commitment to our employees allows us to meet and exceed our client goals. Excellence, Integrity, Accountability, Community and Humility are the core values of Azimuth as we continue to strive as a recognized leader in the management consulting community that both federal agencies and industry partners value doing business with. We are an organization that offers both our employees and clients an exceptional experience; our culture will be contagious, while always maintaining a genuine reputation. Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Azimuth Corporation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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