Quantum Sensing Engineer for Space Systems & Networking

Saic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a TS/SCI (with Poly) cleared Quantum Sensing Engineer to provide advisory services and plan, implement, and integrate quantum sensing for Space Applications. You will collaborate to develop strategies and roadmaps for atomic clocks, atom interferometers, and other quantum modalities in space environments.

The role requires engaging with government, industry, and academia, performing comprehensive systems engineering, and ensuring requirements translate into deployable,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering Physics, with 3+ years experience.
• PhD in the same disciplines with 1+ year experience.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.

Responsibilities

• Engage government, industry, and academic institutions for domain expertise.
• Provide systems engineering activities from concept to design and verification.
• Translate customer requirements into total system solutions within cost and schedule constraints.

Skills

Experimental Quantum Physics

Quantum mechanics

Laboratory-to-field deployment

Technical leadership

Communication with leadership

Software architecture

DoD/IC experience

TS/SCI with Poly

Education

Master’s degree in Physics

PhD in Physics/Physical Chemistry/Engineering Physics

Job description

SAIC is seeking a TS/SCI (with Poly) cleared Quantum Sensing Engineer to provide advisory services and plan, implement, and integrate quantum sensing for Space Applications. You will collaborate to develop strategies and roadmaps for atomic clocks, atom interferometers, and other quantum modalities in space environments.

The role requires engaging with government, industry, and academia, performing comprehensive systems engineering, and ensuring requirements translate into deployable,