Universities Space Research Association

Engineer, Software (EarthRISE)

Software Engineer

Master’s in computer science; 5+ years in software development; geospatial visualization; cloud deployment; ML/AI; GIS tools.

Scientist, Computer Sciences

Scientist

PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related field; strong microscopy, spectroscopy, and data analysis background; open to training in analytical, numerical, simulation, and data analysis methods; US Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents.

Postdoc Researcher 

PhD in Physics, Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; experience with precision optical instrumentation and metrology; programming in LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python; able to work independently on complex projects.

Associate Scientist, Quantum

Associate Scientist

PhD preferred; publications in AI/ML and quantum computing; Python proficiency; experience with large-scale modeling and HPC a plus.

Fellowship Mentor and Manager (Space Nuclear)

Program Manager

Doctoral degree in a relevant field; experience leading research; strong mentorship and management skills; U.S. citizen; ability to secure government access.

Title	Location	Date
Engineer, Software (EarthRISE) Full Time · $70K-$105K · 5+ YOE Huntsville, Alabama, United States · Onsite	Huntsville, Alabama, United States Onsite	Apr 2, 2026
Scientist, Computer Sciences Full Time · $79K-$90K Cleveland, Ohio, United States · Hybrid	Cleveland, Ohio, United States Hybrid	Mar 19, 2026
Postdoc Researcher Full Time Huntsville, Alabama, United States · Onsite	Huntsville, Alabama, United States Onsite	Feb 25, 2026
Associate Scientist, Quantum Full Time Mountain View, California, United States · Onsite	Mountain View, California, United States Onsite	Feb 17, 2026
Fellowship Mentor and Manager (Space Nuclear) Full Time Houston or Idaho Falls or United States · Onsite	Houston or Idaho Falls or United States Onsite	Feb 11, 2026

Activities	Space science researchAerospace engineeringResearch facility managementResearch program managementTechnical education programs
Headquarters	US
Industries	Aerospace & DefenseResearch & Development
Name	Universities Space Research Association
Employees	450
Type	Non-Profit
Subsidiaries	Lunar and Planetary InstituteResearch Institute for Advanced Computer ScienceCenter for Space and Nuclear ResearchEarth from Space Institute
Tagline	Provides scientific research and management services for space exploration.
Founded	1,969
Website	usra.edu

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