100 material science jobs at 63 companies in Los Angeles, CA
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Chemical Warfare Material Program Manager
Arlington or Boston or Dallas or Huntsville or Indianapolis or Los Angeles or Nashville or Sacramento or Washington
$150k-$200k/yrRemoteFull Time
AECOMNYSE: ACM: Global infrastructure consulting firm providing design and engineering services.
10+ YOE2+ MgmtBachelors in engineering or earth science, 10+ years experience with 2 years leadership, US citizenship required, USACE/MMRP and CWM remediation experience preferred.
Unit 18 Lecturer Position in Computer Science 2026-2027
Irvine, California, United States
$71k-$200k/yrOnsitePart Time
University of California: A public research university system providing education and healthcare.
Graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Science or related field; teaching ability and evidence of effectiveness; 2-3 references; required application materials (CV, cover letter, teaching statement, evaluations).
Anton Paar: Manufacturer of high-precision analytical instruments and process measurement systems.
Experience in technical or analytical-instrument sales preferred; bachelor's or master's in natural science or engineering; strong communication and presentation skills; valid driver's license and passport; ability to travel up to 50-60% and work independently.
Part-Time, Teaching-Track Faculty Positions in Political Science and International Relations
Los Angeles, California, United States
$11k/yrOnsitePart Time
University of Southern California: Private research university providing higher education and clinical services.
PhD in a relevant field, demonstrated undergraduate teaching excellence in political science or international relations, subject-matter expertise in listed areas, and teaching materials (CV, cover letter, syllabi, evaluations) for review.
Injection Molding Mold Maker, Manufacturing - Life Science
Garden Grove, California, United States
$32-$55/hrOnsiteFull Time
Saint-GobainEuronext Paris: SGO: Designs, manufactures, and distributes materials for building and industry.
5+ YOERequires 5+ years of injection molding or plastics manufacturing, mold design and fabrication, engineering drawing, GD&T, and CAD experience, plus knowledge of mold components and mold-making materials.
IRP Medical: Manufacturer of precision silicone and elastomer components for medical devices.
4+ YOEBachelor's degree in materials science or related engineering, 4+ years in materials science and engineering, polymer and metallic wire experience, testing methodologies, DOE, technical writing, and English fluency.
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), Microsoft Office, Design of Experiments (DOE)
RxSightNASDAQ: RXST: Develops and manufactures adjustable intraocular lenses for cataract surgery.
Ph.D. in materials science, surface science, polymer science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field; expertise in polymer interfaces, adhesion, surface modification, coatings, experiments, characterization, and regulated product development.
Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, AFM, SEM/EDS
Applied Scientist, Materials and Process Development, AWS Center for Quantum Computing
Pasadena, California, United States
$143k-$193k/yrOnsiteFull Time
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
PhD in engineering, physics, or materials science; expertise in thin-film deposition and 200 mm wafer scale; strong materials characterization and cross-functional collaboration.
Thin-film deposition, Materials characterization, Semiconductor process integration
GrayMatter Robotics: Develops autonomous robotic systems for industrial surface finishing applications.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Materials Science, or related field; 1+ year manufacturing process development experience; strong materials science knowledge; analytical and collaborative skills; U.S. work authorization.
Relativity Space: Designing and manufacturing 3D-printed rockets and launch vehicles.
5+ YOEAssociate's degree in materials or natural science,5+ years hands-on aerospace high-temperature materials processing and testing, CNC and composite fabrication experience, ability to operate tooling and testing instruments,mentoring skills.
Prototrack, DXF, STF, SPACECLAIM, AutoCAD, NX, Team Center, Warp Drive, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, DSC, LFA, TGA, Dilatometer, Instron
Starpath: Manufacturing space-rated solar hardware and lunar mining robotics.
1+ YOEBachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, applied physics, or related field; 1+ year hands-on experience with photovoltaic, optoelectronic, polymer, or related materials; experiment and data analysis skills.
XRD, XPS, FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM, AFM, Python, MATLAB, EQE
RivianNASDAQ: RIVN: Designs and manufactures electric vehicles and charging networks.
4+ YOEBS in materials science/engineering required (MS preferred), 4+ years materials development experience preferred, multi-disciplined experience with plastics/films/textiles/composites, project/vendor management, strong communication, Google suite proficiency, ~10% travel.
SyensqoEuronext Brussels: SYENS: Develops specialty chemicals and advanced materials for global industries.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or materials science required; 5+ years' experience in composites R&D, 2+ years reviewing composite part designs, 3+ years in composite materials/process R&D, aerospace industry experience, strong problem solving and communication.
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
3+ YOEMS or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related; 3+ years post-PhD or 6+ years post-MS; experience developing methods for regulated filings
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
0+ YOEMasters in relevant STEM, 0–1 year industry experience, foundation in materials science and NDI methods, ability to obtain security clearance, willingness to travel (~20%).
Sr Research Engineer - Polymer Materials (Fontana, CA, US, 92337)
Fontana, California, United States
$120k-$135k/yrOnsiteFull Time
James HardieNYSE: JHX: Manufacturer of fiber cement siding and exterior building products.
0+ YOEPhD in polymer science/engineering or MS with 3–10 years of experience; PVC expertise; AI-assisted material characterization; travel ~35%; strong communication.
ATINYSE: ATI: Manufactures specialty materials and metal components for aerospace and defense.
Bachelor's in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science required; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Microsoft Office competency; ability to collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and quality teams on material development and production projects.