X-Ray Computed Tomography (XCT) Scientist

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a X-Ray Computed Tomography (XCT) Scientist to join the team with Mb Solutions, a teammate company!

The X-Ray Computed Tomography (XCT) Scientist will:

• Operate XCT instrumentation, including scan setup, calibration, optimization, and routine maintenance.
• Develop and execute scanning protocols tailored to diverse material types, including planetary materials, analogs, and engineered specimens.
• Perform data reconstruction, processing, segmentation, and quantitative analysis of XCT datasets.
• Utilize specialized XCT software (e.g., Avizo, Dragonfly, ORS, Volume Graphics) for visualization and measurement workflows.
• Document scan parameters, data quality metrics, and analysis methods in accordance with project and curation requirements.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to interpret data and generate scientific deliverables.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with XCT instrumentation and software.
• Maintain data organization, metadata, and archive-ready datasets in compliance with laboratory standards.
• Contribute to the development of new XCT methodologies, automation, or analysis pipelines.​

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• A BS degree and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience are typically required.
• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Geology, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience operating XCT systems in a laboratory or research setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D data reconstruction and analysis.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in a laboratory environment.
• Experience with volumetric imaging software and familiarity with common file formats (e.g., TIFF stacks, RAW volumes).

Requisition Preferences:

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant scientific or technical field.
• Experience working with geological or planetary materials.
• Familiarity with radiation safety protocols and XCT hardware components.
• Programming or scripting skills (Python, MATLAB, etc.) for automation or analysis workflows.
• Experience in experimental, scientific and/or or research laboratory environments
• Additional Information:
• Position may require standing for extended periods and handling delicate scientific samples.
• Occasional off‑nominal hours may be required to support long-duration scans.