Job DescriptionJoin Our Talent Community to Stay Connected!*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***Job Summary: The individual selected for this position will work closely with the customer to address complex scientific problems related to a variety of areas such as physics, chemistry, and the earth sciences. The candidate should have the ability to perform independent research and develop the proper approach/solution to related scientific problems which will be important considerations in the selection process.Responsibilities:Develop and interpret scientific codes and algorithms.Conduct research on forces, structures, and phenomena.Evaluate experiment results and perform quality control tests.Develop and analyze the results of models.Data analysis and interpretation.Create modeling tools and modify existing tools using common programming languages.Report findings.Other duties as assigned by management.Requirements:Must be a US citizen.Active secret or higher clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.Master's degree in the physical sciences with 10 or more years' experience or a PhD with a proven record of research in his/her field of expertise.Expertise in a Physics-related discipline such as Astrophysics, nuclear physics, electromagnetic theory, hydrodynamics, etc.Proficient in creating tools in common programming languages.Knowledge of engineering science and technology.Analytical thinking skills.Good interpersonal skills.Effective communicator.Works well independently and as part of a team.Good writing skills, as there will be a requirement to write reports.Degree of judgment and multi-tasking associated with performing job duties.Successful background and drug screening check.Additional Requirements:Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).High Performance Computing (HPC) processing relevant to Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Parallel, or Tensor design.Familiar with Astrophysics, nuclear physics, electromagnetic theory, hydrodynamics.Finite Volume and/or Finite Difference Time Domain expertise.Physical Demands or Work Environment:The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The majority of the time is spent in an office setting.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.About Zel Tech:Zel Tech is a minority-owned small business (NAICS 541715) specializing in customer threat reduction. We provide a full spectrum of threat reduction services from planning, training, operations, R&D, advising, and solution prototyping across our services and solutions business groups. We combine best-of-breed engineering practices, subject matter expertise, design services, computer science, and data analytics with innovative approaches in artificial intelligence and machine learning, AR/VR, and physics-based modeling and simulation providing tailored solutions addressing our customer's unique threat requirements.Our Mission: We provide customers with the knowledge, tools, and solutions needed for correct and timely decisions and effective actions to help ensure U.S. security.Workforce: Zel Tech team members represent a wide range of backgrounds, skills, experience, and personalities bound together by common objectives and mutual respect. You will join a caring community of professionals, including many military veterans who challenge and support each other in seeking the right solutions to important matters.Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance401k immediate vesting with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings Account with company contributionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Bonuses for performanceVoluntary life/accidental death & dismembermentEducational assistance and special training programsVoluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life)Group life insurance (Company paid)Short-term and Long-term Insurance (Company paid)Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military LeaveHealth and fitness reimbursementReferral bonusesEmployee discounts on various services and productsEqual Opportunities: Zel Tech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.
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