IC 2027 Battery Lab Research Associate

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Internship conversion position for the Energy Technology Department. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing Batteries are a critical part of space vehicle design. Understanding battery performance and degradation characteristics can help inform mission capabilities and life. You will work with battery scientists to fabricate specialty electrochemical test cells for performance evaluation (cycling, AC impedance, calorimetry, etc.) and perform physical and chemical analysis of materials (spectroscopy and microscopy techniques). You will also be analyzing, organizing, and summarizing test data You will assist in laboratory improvement planning and development, including identifying new lab capabilities, preparing procurement specifications, and performing capability integration. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed Training and mentorship will be provided   What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring   Strong written and oral communication skills  Must work well in a team environment  Possess organizational, time management and project management skills  Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need  Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations  What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements:   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university program Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)  Prior internship at The Aerospace Corporation   0-1 year of industry work experience   Minimum GPA of 3.0 Experience in any of the following: battery testing/cycling, battery fabrication or materials research, battery modeling, or other electrochemical research Experience with data processing/visualization software such as Python, Origin, Tableau, or Microsoft Excel This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts How You Can Stand Out   It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:   Active security clearance Hands-on experience with cell fabrication techniques for multiple cell formats (coin cells, pouch cells, cylindrical cells, etc.) Experience with commercial battery cyclers and potentionstats, such as Gamry, Arbin or Maccor  Experience with chemical analysis techniques, such as SEM, XRD, or Raman, and with electrochemical methods, such as impedance spectroscopy Experience with solid-state battery research We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change    Engage with Impact    Foster Innovation    Deliver Results   Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our onlin