Physicist: Laser, Plasmonics & High‑Power Systems

Leidos; New Jersey; On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Physicist at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ to design and execute experiments involving lasers, plasmonics, and high-voltage pulsed power systems. You will model results with Python, prepare technical reports, and contribute to proposal ideas.

The role requires a BS in Physics with 0-2 years of experience, strong lab and instrumentation skills, and a solid background in plasma physics and electrodynamics. US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Physics or related field with 0-2 years relevant experience.
• Extensive hands-on laboratory experience, including experimental design and structured data collection.
• Proficiency with diagnostic instrumentation, specifically oscilloscopes and high-voltage pulsed power supplies.
• Proven experience in thermodynamic modeling, numerical simulations, and predictive analysis.
• Solid theoretical foundation in plasma physics and advanced electrodynamics.
• Demonstrated academic or research background in plasmonic and thermoplasmonic effects.
• Strong working knowledge of semiconductor physics, fabrication technology, or device characterization.
• Hands-on operational experience with Class 4 high-power lasers, including a strong commitment to established laser safety protocols.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments involving, but not limited to, lasers, plasmonics, high-voltage pulsed power supplies and energetic materials.
• Model experiment results using Python or other code.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings; brief audiences with varying technical knowledge.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for new proposal ideas.
• Perform literature searches to maintain awareness of latest advancements in plasmonics, electrodynamics, laser technology, diagnostic instrumentation, and safety protocols.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Thermodynamics modeling

Plasma physics knowledge

Electrodynamics knowledge

Data analysis / simulations

Education

BS in Physics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

High-voltage pulsed power supplies

Diagnostic instrumentation

Semiconductor fabrication / device characterization

Laser safety protocols experience

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Physicist at Picatinny Arsenal, NJ to design and execute experiments involving lasers, plasmonics, and high-voltage pulsed power systems. You will model results with Python, prepare technical reports, and contribute to proposal ideas.

The role requires a BS in Physics with 0-2 years of experience, strong lab and instrumentation skills, and a solid background in plasma physics and electrodynamics. US citizenship is required.