Senior Scientist - Formulation & Composites
- Seniority
- Senior
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- PhD
- Experience
- 3–5 yrs
- Industry
- Defense
- Role
- R&D / Research
- Schedule
- Standard
Role details
Senior Scientist – Formulation and Composites
El SEGUNDO, CA \| FULL-TIME Onsite
Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons may be considered
Defense, aerospace and other high-performance applications demand new material solutions stronger, lighter, more resilient tested and delivered faster than traditionally available. Cambium is disrupting advanced materials development, from AI-driven molecular design to agile domestic manufacturing. Whether enabling hypersonic flight or protecting critical systems, our solutions push the limits of what’s possible.
Cambium solves mission-critical problems in defense and industry. Our team of world-class scientists and engineers was purposely built to take on those challenges. Come join us and revolutionize advanced materials for defense, aerospace, and beyond.
THE ROLE
Cambium is seeking a Senior Scientist to join our polymer/composite materials engineering team. In this role, you will guide the design, formulation, and manufacturability of polymer resins, with a focus on high-temperature thermosets, from the benchtop to commercialization.
This is a hands-on position where you will work closely with leadership, scientists/engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to develop new materials, assist with laboratory operations and technology transfer, and contribute to process optimization efforts.
g. film adhesives, composites, coatings, foams) • Mentor and work with junior scientists and technicians to advance products/product forms, focusing on manufacturability. This is a hands-on role and you will be expected to spend considerable time in the laboratory.
• Work collaboratively with synthetic chemists and engineers to plan experiments, including DoEs, to evaluate new additives and develop new formulations. • Analyze data and document conclusions in reports and presentations. • Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership.
• Communicate clearly and concisely key concepts, development status, performance outcomes, and lessons learned to your coworkers, investors, and collaborators. • Prioritize safety and OSHA, EPA, and local health and safety requirements.
D. S.
SALARY: $135,000 – $166,000 annually
BENEFITS: Cambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan, professional development reimbursement, and an opportunity for equity for most full-time positions.
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