INCOM Inc., headquartered in Charlton, Massachusetts (USA), seeks an individual with both practical hands on experience and appropriate technical understanding to help develop advanced X-ray optics based upon glass capillary technology.  Incom Inc. and Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) are collaborating on the development of a next generation X-ray spectrometer with enhanced energy resolution and a high collection and detection efficiency. An essential development task for this project is to develop glass capillaries capable of reflecting and collimating X-rays, transmitting X-rays from a source region to a remote detector by total internal reflection. The Research Engineer will be a key contributor to a team that will model the X-ray transmission, fabricate the capillaries, test the transmission effectiveness and build a complete detection system.

We are seeking individuals with the required scientific background, technical capabilities and hands on experience to understand the goals and objectives of the collaboration, to help develop advanced glass capillary X-ray optics and other glass capillary based products.  The Research Engineer will be a key contributor to a team that will model the X-ray transmission, fabricate the capillaries, test the transmission effectiveness and build a complete detection system.

Responsibilities 
The Development Engineer / Scientist, X-ray Optics will work in a highly collaborative R&D and manufacturing environment to develop methods to produce glass microcapillary array products.  The successful candidate must be able to understand program objectives and be able to work independently to design and implement hands-on experiments.   This includes running development tests to produce prototype samples and refining a process that can be handed off to production.  Where necessary the candidate will specify, design and implement new equipment and R&D processes.
 
Qualifications

• BA, BS, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or related engineering field.
• 3-5 years of related technical experience in an R&D Lab environment.
• A demonstrated track record as a creative problem solver in related research and/or development
• English fluency (speaking, comprehension, reading and writing) for the effective performance of the position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Essential Competencies: Initiative, creativity, integrity, accountability, collaboration and teamwork.
• Experience in a cleanroom work environment is preferential

 
Direct experience in any of the following areas would be a plus:

• Familiarity with glass capillary or fiber optic drawing techniques
• Experience with X-ray detection techniques
• Experience working directly with manufacturing management and operators.
• Experience with computer control of hardware, which may include the use of LabVIEW, Python scripts with microprocessors and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Experience with analytical software, such as IDL or MatLab.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or SOLIDWORKS and creating parts drawings for fabrication.

 
Come work with us in a fast paced environment where you will be empowered and included, where innovation is encouraged and everyone’s voice can be heard. At Incom, high performing individuals have the opportunity to grow professionally, and develop rewarding careers. Incom offers a competitive compensation and benefits program.


NOTE: Incom will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this position.
Applicants for employment must be able to meet access requirements to work on-site at the Brookhaven National Laboratory.

Incom is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.