Scientist​/Engineer; Ph.D

Position: Scientist/Engineer (Ph.D.)
About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.  Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.  

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!  

Key statistics: 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Scientist/Engineer for our Computer, Data & Security Sciences Practice in Bowie, MD. In this role, you will work as part of a team of problem solvers who deliver solutions based on best practices in physics, engineering, and other scientific fields. Team members have autonomy, self-confidence, initiative, and team spirit to seek answers on topics outside and within their area of specialization.

You will be responsible for

Applying principles of physics and engineering to government security related products and projects

Presenting testing results, analyses, and strategic recommendations to clients

Analyzing data to inform decisions about process optimization and improvement

Conducting rigorous product assessments focused on quality, durability, reliability, interoperability, security, and anti-tampering

Supporting on-site testing conducted at client sites

Managing product redesigns utilizing a Stage Gate program management framework

You will have the following skills and qualifications

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance to support our contracts with the U.S. Government Ability to design and execute complex experiments

Ability to code data into appropriate graphical formats considered a plus Knowledge of data analysis and visualization programs such as PowerBI or others considered a plus Knowledge of Six Sigma concepts considered a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Superior problem-solving abilities

Strong teamwork and leadership skills

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].

Life @ Exponent

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Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.  Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Work Environment

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