Position Summary:
Revolution Space is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Scientist with deep expertise in microgravity fluidics, microfluidics, and capillary-driven fluid systems to lead research, development, and experimental efforts for next-generation fluidic technologies. This role will focus on the design, characterization, and optimization of fluid behavior in constrained, low-gravity, and capillary-dominant environments.
The ideal candidate combines strong scientific rigor with practical laboratory experience and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This individual must be an excellent communicator who can clearly document technical findings, guide cross-functional teams, and solve complex engineering and scientific challenges efficiently.
This role is onsite in the Woburn/Boston Area.
Responsibilities:
- Lead scientific research and development initiatives related to microgravity fluidics, microfluidics, and capillary flow systems
- Design, execute, and analyze experiments involving fluid transport, wetting phenomena, surface tension effects, and capillary-driven systems
- Translate theoretical fluid dynamics concepts into practical experimental solutions and prototypes
- Collaborate closely with engineering, hardware, modeling, and systems teams to advance product and technology development
- Maintain clear and thorough technical documentation, experimental protocols, reports, and design records
- Present technical findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders
- Support laboratory operations & test oversight including guidance for equipment setup, testing, calibration, and safety compliance
Required Qualifications:
- PhD or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, or related scientific discipline
- 8–10+ years of relevant industry, government, or advanced research experience
- Strong background in:
- Microgravity fluidics
- Microfluidic systems
- Capillary fluid dynamics
- Surface tension and wetting phenomena
- Multiphase flow behavior
- Demonstrated laboratory experience designing and conducting complex fluidics experiments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to produce clear technical documentation and experimental reports
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with shifting priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting aerospace, spaceflight, or reduced-gravity research programs
- Familiarity with CFD modeling or fluid simulation tools
- Experience with prototype development and instrumentation
- Background working with interdisciplinary engineering teams
- Experience with hardware testing, validation, and system integration
- Scientifically curious and hands-on
- Detail-oriented while maintaining strong execution speed
- Strong communicator capable of translating complex technical concepts clearly
- Adaptable and resourceful in solving ambiguous technical problems
- Collaborative leader who enjoys working across disciplines
Benefits:
- Paid holidays, sick time and unmetered vacation
- Excellent health and dental plans with 80% employer contribution
- 4% company matching 401k with immediate vesting
- Life insurance
- Long term / Short term disability
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanents residents of the U.S., or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected factor.