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Graduate Accelerator Scientist - Stoke on Trent
Victoria Business Park, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent ST8 7PL

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Overview:
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection solutions for ports, borders, military sites, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints. Our innovative systems help combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We are committed to delivering uncompromising quality and best-in-class imaging performance.

Role Overview
As a Graduate Accelerator Scientist, you will join our Cargo Research Team, supporting the transition of innovative technologies into the security scanning market. Your primary focus will be on commissioning, verifying, and validating linear accelerators and their subsystems. You will also contribute to product quality assurance, root cause analysis, training, and demonstrations.
Responsibilities:
  • Commission, verify, and validate linear accelerators and associated components.
  • Provide technical feedback on accelerator performance to the research team and wider business unit.
  • Maintain accurate records of system and subsystem testing using appropriate tracking tools; support documentation release into Agile.
  • Collaborate on design and development activities aligned with the R&D roadmap.
  • Uphold company values: Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, Teamwork.
  • Adhere to the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
Qualifications:
  • Degree or postgraduate qualification in Physics or Engineering, with an experimental background.
  • Proficiency in Excel and MATLAB for data analysis.
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable:
  • Experience with test equipment (e.g., vector network analysers, oscilloscopes).
  • Exposure to fast-paced product development environments.
  • Knowledge of high-power RF systems, high-voltage power supplies, and/or beam dynamics.
  • Understanding of safe working practices for particle accelerators and related subsystems.
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