Materials Performance Radio Frequency (RF) Research Scientist

Riverside Overview

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.    All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Scientist to join our defense technology team. A successful candidate will focus on the development of materials, technologies, and strategies to improve radio frequency (RF) materials performance. This role involves working closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance the resilience and protection of various systems for improved electromagnetic survivability.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on materials to identify electromagnetic effects.
• Development and analysis of next generation materials for RF performance.
• Perform RF antenna design, numerical modeling, data acquisition, and system integration.
• Develop advanced electromagnetic environment simulation tools and data acquisition systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists from different disciplines to integrate technologies into existing and new systems.
• Utilize computational modeling and simulations to predict the performance of RF materials and technologies.
• Analyze experimental and simulation data to guide the development and optimization of RF materials and technologies.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publication to communicate research findings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of related experience with a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field or equivalent work experience with a focus on defense system resilience and protection.
• Secret clearance required. Ability to acquire a TS/SCI clearance.
• Proven experience in research and development related to design, testing, and modeling RF materials, environments, and systems.
• Ability to demonstrate a strong knowledge of the physical principles underlying RF interactions with materials.
• Familiarity with computational modeling and simulation tools used in the study of RF materials and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of advanced materials and coatings for system survivability.
• Experience with MIL-STD testing.

Global Comp

$75,000 - $135,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

Closing Statement

Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.  Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees. Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.