Quantum Science Technical SETA, Secret Clearance

National Science Teachers Association; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k contribution

Job summary

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. seeks an experienced on-site technical support professional for quantum science research, covering quantum computing, sensing and communications.

You will support the program manager and help manage technical projects from conception through execution. The ideal candidate has a PhD (or master's with substantial experience) in a relevant field, 5 years in quantum research/computing, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• PhD (Masters with work experience) in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 5 years of experience with research and computing in quantum.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn rapidly and lead multidisciplinary research programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support in quantum science research to the program manager.
• Manage execution of technical projects and programs.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and lead in a team environment.
• Navigate a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work setting with initiative.

Skills

Quantum research

Program management

Leadership

Communication skills

Learning agility

DARPA familiarity

Education

PhD or Masters + exp in physics/engineering

Job description

Description

Candidates sought to provide on-site technical support in quantum science research (to include quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications) to the program manager. The ideal candidate will have technical experience in one or more of these areas as well as experience in managing the execution of technical projects and programs.

Requirements

• PhD (Masters with additional years of work experience) in Physics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or similar
• 5 years of experience with research and computing, specifically in quantum
• Ability to communicate effectively with excellent oral and written skills.
• Ability to learn new subjects and gain rapid insights into current and next-generation research topics, preferably with hands-on leadership of research programs at the performer level in multidisciplinary fields.

Desired capabilities and characteristics

• Experience working a program through its full life cycles
• Experience with technical research, development, and engineering experience across a breadth of applied technical projects
• Familiarity with the DARPA technical, programmatic, and contractual environment.
• Self-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide support in a team within a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work environment.

Clearance

Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Salary range for the position is $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

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