Quantum Photonics Engineer Intern – Lab R&D in Quantum Systems

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking an Intern in Quantum Photonics Engineering. This graduate internship blends quantum physics, photonics, precision measurement, and engineering analysis in a hands-on lab.

Design and execute experiments on quantum photonic devices, develop data-driven measurement plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to validate designs at subsystem and system levels during 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Science and Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments on quantum photonic devices, components, or system concepts.
• Develop measurement approaches; collect and assess data quality, uncertainty, and observed behavior.
• Apply quantum mechanics, optics, and engineering analysis to interpret results and plan follow-on experiments.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate and validate mature quantum-photonic designs at subsystem and system levels.

Skills

AMO quantum platforms

Rydberg-atom sensing

Ultracold atoms

Entanglement systems

Python

MATLAB

Education

Master's or PhD in Physics/Applied Physics/Optical Eng./Electrical Eng./Quantum Sci.

Tools

Data-acquisition instrumentation

Oscilloscopes

Measurement instruments

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking an Intern in Quantum Photonics Engineering. This graduate internship blends quantum physics, photonics, precision measurement, and engineering analysis in a hands-on lab.

Design and execute experiments on quantum photonic devices, develop data-driven measurement plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to validate designs at subsystem and system levels during 9/80 schedule.