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Surfaces and Coatings Researcher

SURVICE Engineering

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MDFull-time$105–120K/yrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$105–120K/yr
Location
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

SURVICE Engineering seeks a Surfaces and Coatings Researcher to support its Aberdeen Research Operation. The researcher will work with ARL experimental and computational scientists on surface analysis, materials research, coatings, and predictive modeling, including materials for extreme temperatures and concealment. The role also involves supporting government research collaborations and preparing presentations and written summaries. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related physical science and relevant experience are listed among the qualifications.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ResearchSurface AnalysisMaterials ResearchCoatings DevelopmentSurface ModificationMaterials ModelingProposal WritingReport WritingPresentation DevelopmentJournal Publication

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Physical Science5+ Years Relevant ExperienceResearch Environment ExperienceTechnical Writing ExperienceU.S. CitizenshipActive Clearance or Eligible to Obtain

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, USA | Salary | 105000-120000 per year | Full Time

| Competitive salaries, bonus potential, PTO, insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, flex scheduling

Join Us in Making a Difference in the Lives of Those Defending Our Nation!

Why SURVICE?

Come join the SURVICE Engineering mission to protect, enhance, and enable those who defend the United States. Since 1981, we have supported the DoD community, as well as Homeland Security, advanced technologies, environmental, and commercial markets. Our employees have backgrounds in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, acquisition, technical writing, training, and other technical and administrative fields. And many of our personnel have DoD and/or operational military experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a leading organization, come see what we can offer you!

Position

Surfaces and Coatings Researcher

  • Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

  • Security Clearance: Active Clearance or Eligible to Obtain - U.S. citizenship required

  • Salary: $105,000 - $120,000 Depending on Experience and Education

  • Travel: 5%

  • Benefits: SURVICE Engineering offers a total rewards package to include competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance options, paid time off, 401k, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement.

Position Summary

SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Surfaces and Coatings Researcher to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work with a multidisciplinary team of ARL experimental and computational scientists Conduct surface analysis

  • Conduct materials research in developing new organic and ceramic coatings

  • Conduct modification of material and multimaterial surfaces to control attributes like adhesion, thermal conduction and spectral reflection

  • Conduct research on materials that operate at extreme ambient temperatures

  • Conduct materials and concepts research for concealment.

  • Conduct multi-scale and predictive materials modeling

  • Recommend courses of action for internal and external Government research collaborations.

  • Coordinate, prepare, and maintain supplies, materials, and equipment for use at laboratories.

  • Prepare presentations and written documents summarizing efforts

Minimum Qualifications of Biotechnology Researcher for Surfaces and Coatings Researcher Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physical Science related field and 5+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered. Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply.

  • Experience working in a research environment (educational experience allowable)

  • Experience in writing proposals, reports, technical program summaries, PowerPoint presentations, and journal publications

About Us

SURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.

SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,869 open Researcher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$105–120K/yr
  • Maryland median$92–113K/yr85 salary ranges
  • US median$100–150K/yr2,231 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $113K, is 10% above the Maryland median midpoint ($102K) — in the middle half of Researcher salary ranges in Maryland.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 106 open Researcher jobs in Maryland and 4,869 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Researcher postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (1,605 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,299 of the 4,869 open Researcher jobs (68%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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