Physicist, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Great Falls Crossing (VA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Physicist to leverage their expertise in physics to tackle complex challenges for S&T clients. This role involves applying cutting-edge principles and mentoring team members while working on innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, computational dynamics, and a strong background in physics-based modeling. Join a collaborative environment that values flexibility and offers comprehensive benefits, including professional development and tuition assistance. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Tuition Assistance

Work-Life Programs

Dependent Care

Qualifications

• 11+ years of experience in systems engineering or physics-based research.
• Experience with computational dynamics and modeling using numerical methods.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph exam.

Responsibilities

• Leverage physics expertise to analyze physical phenomena for client challenges.
• Mentor or supervise employees in technical and company competencies.
• Provide innovative solutions to complex problems.

Skills

Computational Dynamics

Numerical Methods

Physics-Based Modeling

Anomaly Detection

Systems Engineering

Data Science

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics or Applied Mathematics

Master's degree in Physics or Applied Mathematics

Job description

Physicist, Lead

Key Role:

Leverage physics expertise to test and analyze physical phenomena to support S&T client challenges. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Work on complex problems and provide innovative solutions. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed actions or decisions. Mentor or supervise employees in technical and company competencies.

Basic Qualifications:

1. 11+ years of experience in systems engineering or research involving physics-based models related to atmospheric transport or biological weapons effects.
2. 11+ years of experience with computational dynamics and modeling, including solving partial differential equations using numerical methods such as finite element, finite volume, and finite difference.
3. Experience creating software tools that generate images with realistic, physics-based artifacts supporting anomaly detection and classification.
4. Ability to evaluate all project aspects, including design, development, execution, and implementation of chemical and biological research.
5. Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam.
6. Bachelor's degree in Physics or Applied Mathematics.

Additional Qualifications:

1. Experience as a principal investigator.
2. Experience with DoD agencies.
3. Experience with military operations, biological command, control, communications, survivability, and hard target defeat.
4. Knowledge of systems engineering, data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
5. Knowledge of weapons control technology.
6. TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
7. Master's degree in Physics or Applied Mathematics.

Clearance:

Applicants must undergo a security investigation; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation:

At Booz Allen, we value your contributions and offer comprehensive benefits, including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for these benefits. The projected salary range is $112,800 to $257,000 annually, depending on various factors. This posting closes within 90 days from the posting date.

Identity Statement:

Applicants are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We may take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model:

Our culture emphasizes flexibility and collaboration, whether in person or remotely. If listed as remote or hybrid, you will work periodically at a Booz Allen or client site. If onsite, you will work in person as needed.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses by law.