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Location

Sunol, CA | United States

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Job description

Microbeam Engineer Scientist

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Microbeam Engineer/Scientist to join our team in Sunol, CA .

Microbeam Engineer / Scientist

ManTech International is seeking an energetic, skilled, and innovative individual to work in its analytical laboratory located in Sunol, CA. ManTech is a technically strong firm with a reputation for quality and integrity, a direct result of our dedicated, talented, and creative staff. ManTech performs materials characterization and related analytical services on government contracts. The activities of the group include elemental, morphological and structural analysis of materials on a production basis, maintenance of several scanning electron microscopes and ancillary equipment, development of new or improved analysis techniques, and quality assurance of analytical data. The successful candidate will be a key member in the Microbeam group responsible for sample characterization and analysis, instrument maintenance and operation, and technical and procedural improvements.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will work as part of the microbeam team. Duties will include the following:

• Perform scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy and diffraction on material supplied by our customer.
• Assist with instrument and general laboratory maintenance.
• Assist with ISO 17025 Quality Management System.
• Contribute to advancement of Microbeam techniques, including technical advancements and devising new procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• MS in physical science, physics, chemistry, materials science. PhD preferred.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Well organized, good at record keeping and documentation.
• Solid time management skills.
• Proficient with Word and Excel (or equivalent programs).
• Good problem-solving skills, in sample analysis and troubleshooting technical equipment
• Able to develop new protocols and procedures.
• A self-starter, individually motivated, who can also work well in a team environment.
• Able to handle new/unknown samples along with routine work.
• Experience with scripting languages like Python

Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a government security clearance.
• Will be processed for a Secret Clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.

• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.

• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.

• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,200-$164,600. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please contact ManTech's Corporate EEO Department at (703) 218-6000. ManTech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled and protected veterans are urged to apply. ManTech's utilization of any external recruitment or job placement agency is predicated upon its full compliance with our equal opportunity/affirmative action policies. ManTech does not accept resumes from unsolicited recruiting firms. We pay no fees for unsolicited services.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation please click [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.

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