EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST IN LIQUID ROCKET COMBUSTION

 

ERC, Incorporated has an opening for a RESEARCH SCIENTIST to join an established team of scientists, engineers, and technicians in performing basic and applied research in liquid rocket propulsion concepts at the Air Force Research Laboratory, Propulsion Directorate, Edwards AFB, CA.  The position may involve experimental investigation of liquid rocket combustion instability, liquid propellant spray characteristics, and combustion and decomposition characteristics of hydrocarbon propellants. We are also interested in methods for testing and investigating new injectors, chambers, or propellants for rocket propulsion systems.  Applicants should have a background in one or more of the following areas: liquid propellants; spray combustion; turbulent reacting gas dynamics; and/or combustion and flow diagnostics. Collaboration with internal and external research groups, participation in technical symposia, and publication of research results are encouraged. Applicants should have earned a B.S. or M.S. in a relevant discipline, and possess a strong engineering background. Familiarity with rocket propulsion is a plus. US citizenship is required.