Orca Sciences, a technology incubator, is developing cutting-edge manufacturing processes for ultra-high-performance alloys and ceramics. We are in very early stages of an ambitious R&D plan targeting highly demanding requirements in clean energy, medicine, aerospace, and defense applications. We seek materials scientists to lead key materials growth & characterization experiments to significantly influence the path of development for our technology. Opportunities are available at various levels of seniority. All candidates should be:
- Strong experimental scientists: curious, observant, skeptical, good grasp of fundamentals
- Motivated by technical challenge
- Good communicators
- Effective in small teams
Minimum technical requirements:
- Familiarity with gas process equipment for extreme conditions (e.g., high-temperature furnaces, high-pressure gases, high vacuum, thin-film technology, etc.)
- Experience with materials characterization methods (e.g., optical and electron microscopy, mechanical and thermal testing, optical measurements, etc.)
- Basic computer programming competency
- Prepared for responsibilities that include:
- operate and maintain proprietary, one-of-a-kind experimental apparatus
- develop and optimize synthesis, processing, and characterization techniques
- analyze data and prepare technical reports
Other helpful attributes that arent required:
- People who like to design and build experimental apparatus
- Interest and experience in thermal or fluid simulations
- SOLIDWORKS skills, CAD proficiency
Compensation range: $120K $200K, depending on level of responsibility and qualifications