Research Scientist - Materials Characterization - Aerospace Research

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work closely with researchers to plan and execute characterization for a variety of projects that may include metals, high temperature alloys, superalloys, ceramics, thermal/environmental barrier coatings, and ceramic matrix composites.

• Interact and collaborate with materials scientists and materials development teams across GE.

• Maintain and operate multiple pieces of equipment necessary to conduct experiments.

• Reduce data to useful formats using appropriate tools.

• Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other records required by the projects.

• Share project progress through oral presentations and written reports.

• Present technical work both internally and externally.

• Foster a multidisciplinary and inclusive team environment.

• Perform all work in accordance with EHS guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline, or Master’s degree with at least 7 years post-degree work experience in TEM characterization.

• Ability to perform a wide range of sample preparation methods for TEM analysis such as dual beam FIB-SEM for site specific extraction, electropolishing, ion milling and microtomy.

• TEM characterization.

• Demonstrated ability in advanced characterization, such as hands-on experience of TEM for structure visualization (bright field, dark field, high angle annular dark field), phase chemistry analysis (STEM-EDS, EELS Spectroscopy, Energy Filtered Imaging), phase crystallography (Electron diffraction for phase ID and defect analysis), and HRTEM (direct imaging of atomic lattice structure, atomic scale resolution).

• Strong interpersonal, leadership and written and verbal communication skills in a diverse, global team environment.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage sample queue, and perform multiple, concurrent tasks.

• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team advising the team on best TEM approaches to achieve desired results and presenting the findings to aid in establishing structure/processing/property relationships.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products like Excel and Powerpoint.

• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

• Must be 18 years or older

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.  

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in metallurgy within an industrial research setting preferred.

• Experience operating TEM instruments such as Tecnai Osiris and Titan Themis.

• Experience in other material characterization techniques such as SEM, EBSD and XRD.

• Experience with data reduction algorithms and post-processing.

• Experience in Synchrotron characterization.

• Familiarity with machine learning and advanced post-processing and automation techniques.

• Experience writing government proposals.

The base pay range for this position is 80,000 - 150,000 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. This posting is expected to close on April 16, 2024

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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