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AeroVironment

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
AlbuquerqueNew MexicoUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Sep 21, 2026
Salary
$137,500–$209,750 a year
Full-time

Radiation Effects Scientist

Job description

Summary AV provides a full suite of exquisite, space-qualified hardware trusted to fly in the most extreme environments space presents across GEO, MEO, LEO and Cislunar orbits. With hundreds of systems flying in space, our customers turn to AV when a mission can't fail. Our team is expanding to do the big things that have never been done before - the things the nation and the world are counting on us to deliver. Join the transformation and help us make this impact now. We are seeking a skilled Radiation Effects Scientist to join our team in Albuquerque.

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

Job responsibilities

  • Support engineering decisions based on radiation effects on overall system performance.
  • Perform TID, SEE, DDD, and related radiation analyses to support design of electronics systems.
  • Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure radiation effects on electronics systems are understood and characterized.
  • Evaluate COTS and radiation hardened components for mission suitability.
  • Interact with program teams and program managers to ensure assigned tasks align with program schedule and deliveries.
  • Present radiation design risks and performance at program milestone reviews.
  • Develop radiation test plans and provide review and analysis of data.
  • Assist with testing efforts, test station setup, and validation and verification efforts.

Job requirements

  • Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or another relevant field.
  • 6+ years of experience with Master's Degree, 4+ years of experience with PhD.
  • PhD in in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or another relevant field.
  • Written and verbal communication skills necessary to present designs to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
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