Scientist – Materials Characterization

Wright Patterson AFB, OH, United States • Posted June 07, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH
Posted: June 07, 2026
Category: other-general
Application Deadline: June 13, 2026

Role Description

**Worker Type**

Regular

**Job Description**

The Materials Characterization Facility (MCF) is seeking a highly motivated Staff Scientist to join our advanced microscopy team. This role is designed as a growth-oriented position, offering the unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of electron optics while receiving direct mentorship from senior research staff to develop world-class technical mastery.

The successful candidate will bridge the gap between high-end instrument operation and active research development, focusing on the characterization of advanced electronic devices and material defects. A key pillar of this role involves leveraging state-of-the-art software to develop automation routines that increase facility throughput and data precision.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Advanced Electron Microscopy & Spectroscopy**

+ **Expert Operation:** Provide primary technical support and high-level operation of Trans...

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