Senior Researcher Job at Amentum, Washington DC

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  • Amentum
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Purpose and Impact:

The Electronics Science and Technology Division (ESTD) conducts programs of basic science and applied research and development. A technically diverse staff of experimental, theoretical, and computational physicists, surface and materials scientists, chemists, and electrical, electronic, chemical and mechanical engineers reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the Division's research.

This position involves...
  • Optoelectronic Devices | Thin-film processing spin-coating and electrochemical polymerization
  • Materials Development | Nanocrystal synthesis
  • Characterization Techniques | X-ray diffraction (XRD): powder and synchrotron-based, X-ray scattering (SAXS, WAXS), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Atomic force microscopy (AFM), Neutron reflectometry (NR), Optical spectroscopy (FTIR, UV-Vis, photoluminescence), Ellipsometric-porosimetry, Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), Inductively-coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP-AES), Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
Work Schedule: 8-5

Essential Responsibilities: Will perform this above as directed.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Work environment is desk/computer and lab oriented with no heavy lifting or strong mental demands present.

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge of electronic materials techniques, including analysis, testing, creation, and related general computer programming.

Clearance Required: Secret

Minimum Education: PhD, Chemistry or similar

Minimum Years of Experience: 2-5

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of nanocrystal synthesis and hybrid nanostructures
Compensation Details:
$120K

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:
01/13/2026 - Until Filled
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.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Job Tags

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