24 materials scientist jobs at 10 companies in Orange, CA

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Materials Scientist — Organic Crystal Growth & Process Engineering
Pasadena, California, United States
$154k-$217k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Meta
MetaNASDAQ: META: Develops social networking platforms and virtual reality technologies.
3+ YOEPhD in chemical/ materials science or related field; 3+ years experience; strong materials development and characterization background.
COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys Fluent, Siemens FLOEFD/StarCCM+, NX, SolidWorks, CNC machining, 3D printing, NMR, GC/MS, LC/MS, SEM, AFM, XRD, DSC, TGA
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Thin-Film PV Materials Scientist - Space Solar
Hawthorne, California, United States
$125k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Starpath
Starpath: Manufacturing space-rated solar hardware and lunar mining robotics.
Master's or PhD in relevant discipline, graduate research experience with perovskite or thin-film PV, ability to connect materials chemistry to device performance; experience with precursor formulation, solution deposition, and stability strategies preferred.
XRD, XPS, photoluminescence, IV/EQE, spin coating, blade coating, slot-die coating, vapor-assisted deposition, glovebox, cleanroom
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Applied Scientist, Materials and Process Development, AWS Center for Quantum Computing
Pasadena, California, United States
$143k-$193k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Amazon
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
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Materials Physicist – Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE)
El Segundo, California, United States
$100k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
3+ YOEMaster's in relevant STEM field, minimum 3 years post-bachelor engineering/science experience (or 5+ for research scientist), proficiency with NDI techniques, ability to obtain security clearance, strong communication and project skills.
Python, C++, Labview
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Project Scientist Position 2026-2027
Irvine, California, United States
$104k-$229k/yr OnsiteFull Time
University of California
University of California: A public research university system providing education and healthcare.
Ph.D. in Materials Science or related field required; experience in advanced materials, manufacturing, characterization, biomaterials, energy materials, modeling, or nanoscale materials preferred.
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Senior Scientist / Engineer
Los Angeles, California, United States
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Arcturus
Arcturus: Develops carbon nanomaterial-infused metal composites for high-performance conductors.
3+ YOE3+ years in materials R&D, processing, or additive manufacturing; hands-on experimental focus; strong documentation and data analysis.
Raman spectroscopy, SEM/EDS, Optical microscopy, Electrical testing, Thermal testing, Hardness testing, CVD/LCVD, Laser processing, LPBF, DED
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Scientist-Engineer III (85113)
El Monte, California, United States
$111k-$134k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Gill Corporation
The Gill Corporation: Manufacturer of high-performance composite materials for aerospace and aviation.
5+ YOEB.S. in a scientific or engineering field required; advanced degree desirable. Training in composite technology or mechanical/analytical testing; 5+ years working with composite materials or resin formulations; IP experience a plus. ITAR (U.S. person) required.
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Scientist-Engineer III (85113)
El Monte, California, United States
$111k-$134k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Gill Corporation
The Gill Corporation: Manufactures high-performance composite materials and components for aerospace industries.
5+ YOEB.S. in a scientific or engineering field; 5+ years working with composite materials or resin formulations; training in composite technology or mechanical/analytical testing; advanced degree desirable; experience with IP a plus; ITAR requires U.S. person status.
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Project Scientist - CSST or CAC
Irvine or Los Angeles or San Diego or Orange County
$71k-$129k/yr FieldFull Time
TRC Companies
TRC Companies: Engineering and environmental consulting for infrastructure and energy projects.
2+ YOE2+ years regulated materials/industrial hygiene experience, Bachelor's in Environmental Science/OHS, CAC or CSST required, CIH preferred, valid driver\u0002s license, able to travel and perform site fieldwork.
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Senior Scientist, Analytical Sciences
El Segundo, California, United States
$140k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Varda Space Industries
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
LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, HPLC/UPLC, NMR, UV, DSF, DLS, CD, FTIR, Raman, SEC-MALS, GC-MS, CE-SDS, icIEF, SDS-PAGE
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III-V & Active Laser Scientist
Temecula, California, United States
$175k-$185k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Skorpios Technologies
Skorpios Technologies: Designs and manufactures silicon photonics for high-speed optical communications
10+ YOEPh.D. preferred or MS in physics/EE/material science; 10+ years in photonics device design; lasers, MZM, photodiode physics; startup mindset.
Ansys Lumerical, Zemax, Speos, JMP, Minitab