Research Chemist

The NRL 5600 customer conducts research and technology development in the area of chemical threat detection and identification. By advancing the state-of-the-art in analytical chemistry, photonics, spectroscopy, and polymer chemistry, new scientific discoveries are transitioned to fieldable systems capable of detecting threats to the warfighter. This work is carried out with partners in academia, industry, and other defense and government agencies.  Recent work is focused on the adaptation of spectroscopic analysis, such as Raman scattering and infrared absorption, to integrated photonic circuits and systems. 

Essential Responsibilities:

The primary role of a research chemist is to make new scientific discoveries and apply them for advanced device development and system integration to create new enabling technologies for the warfighter. This position requires the use and knowledge of:

• Optics and photonics, including fiber optics and lasers
• Photonic integrated circuits, including waveguides
• Optical spectroscopy, including Raman scattering and infrared absorption
• Analytical chemistry
• Polymer chemistry
• Data analysis and processing
• Synthetic organic chemistry
• Nonlinear optics

This position requires skill in both oral and written communication, as well as the ability to learn new methods and techniques in a laboratory setting. A research chemist may be expected to travel, brief sponsors, author reports, and propose novel basic and applied research programs.  

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: The work environment comprises both laboratory-based data acquisition and experimental design, and computer-based data analysis and reporting. 

Minimum Requirements: Experience with lasers, spectroscopy, and optics; Experience with analytical chemistry; Basic computer programming (python or similar) and data analysis skills; Excellent communication skills; Comfort in a laboratory-based setting.

Clearance Required: 

• Secret

Minimum Education: 

• BS 

Minimum Years of Experience: 

• 0-2+

Preferred Qualifications: 

• BS or MS

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Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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