Quantum Sensing Engineer — Space Systems & Networking

Fts Intl; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Retirement Savings

Learning and Development

Wellness Programs

Other Benefits

Job summary

FTS International, LLC in Chantilly, VA seeks a Quantum Sensing Engineer to advance space applications through quantum sensing and networking initiatives. You will plan, integrate, and support advisory services across government, industry, and academia, translating requirements into practical system solutions.

The role demands TS/SCI with polygraph, an MS in Physics or Engineering Physics, 3+ years of relevant experience, and proven communication and leadership skills to guide complex programs

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• MS degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering Physics, or similar field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in quantum sensing/engineering.
• Experience with experimental quantum physics and related fields.
• Understanding of quantum mechanics applications in lab settings.
• Ability to transition technology from lab to field.
• Strong communication and ability to advise across levels of program.
• Technical leadership and problem-solving in software design and execution.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on strategies, roadmaps and recommended solutions for Quantum Sensing and Networking modalities for Space Applications.
• Support design, assembly, deployment, and testing of quantum technologies.
• Engage government, industry, and academia to leverage expertise and build networks.
• Evaluate and report on new quantum technologies impacting Space Applications.
• Provide systems engineering activities including requirements, architecture, interface, validation, integration, and lifecycle analysis.
• Translate customer requirements into component specifications within cost and schedule constraints.

Skills

TS/SCI with poly

MS in Physics

3+ years exp

Experimental quantum physics

Quantum mechanics

Lab to field transition

Strong communicator

Technical leadership

Independent work

Education

MS degree in Physics

PhD in Physics (desired)

Job description

FTS International, LLC in Chantilly, VA seeks a Quantum Sensing Engineer to advance space applications through quantum sensing and networking initiatives. You will plan, integrate, and support advisory services across government, industry, and academia, translating requirements into practical system solutions.

The role demands TS/SCI with polygraph, an MS in Physics or Engineering Physics, 3+ years of relevant experience, and proven communication and leadership skills to guide complex programs