Lead Quantum Sensing Scientist

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Lead Atomic Physicist to drive R&D in quantum and optical sensing within the Advanced Sensing Technology group in the US. You will guide projects, shape technology directions, and contribute to both defense and commercial sensing programs.

The role requires 10+ years in AMO physics, strong leadership, and success in PM and collaboration with sponsors and customers. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of R&D experience in AMO physics, focusing on quantum or optical sensing.
• Experience proposing and winning DOD-funded programs.
• Technical leadership and program management experience.
• US Citizens or permanent residents due to contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop new atomic sensor concepts and demonstrate them in practical devices.
• Engage with customers to define needs and provide creative, rigorous solutions.
• Communicate results to sponsors, peers, and leadership via presentations and proposals.
• Drive growth of the technology portfolio in new sensing directions.

Skills

AMO physics R&D

Leadership & PM

Customer engagement

Effective communication

Education

PhD in physics or applied physics

Job description

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Lead Atomic Physicist to drive R&D in quantum and optical sensing within the Advanced Sensing Technology group in the US. You will guide projects, shape technology directions, and contribute to both defense and commercial sensing programs.

The role requires 10+ years in AMO physics, strong leadership, and success in PM and collaboration with sponsors and customers. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.