Advanced Physics & Technology Systems Analyst

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Pension

401K match

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA seeks a Physics and Technology Analyst-Technical Staff to perform systems analysis studies for DoD missions. You will develop physics- and engineering-based models across sensors, aircraft, satellites, and communications, and present findings to senior leaders.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, learn rapidly, and deliver high-quality briefings and recommendations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Aeronautics/Astronautics, Engineering, or related field; or Master’s with 5+ years of experience.
• Ability to work independently and with highly interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to quickly learn new technical areas and adapt to new domains.
• Experience communicating findings to DoD leaders and cross-functional audiences.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearances (Top Secret).

Responsibilities

• Conduct physics- and engineering-based analyses for DoD missions and new technologies.
• Develop models for sensors, aircraft, satellites, communication systems, navigation, and data exploitation.
• Prepare and present high-quality briefings to DoD senior leaders and Lincoln Laboratory colleagues.

Skills

Self-motivated

Quick learner

Problem solving & communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Physics/Mathematics/Engineering or related field

Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA seeks a Physics and Technology Analyst-Technical Staff to perform systems analysis studies for DoD missions. You will develop physics- and engineering-based models across sensors, aircraft, satellites, and communications, and present findings to senior leaders.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, learn rapidly, and deliver high-quality briefings and recommendations.