Senior Quantum Sensing Engineer, Space Applications

Saic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Quantum Sensing Engineer in Chantilly, VA, to provide advisory services and lead the planning, implementation, and integration of Quantum Sensing and Networking for Space Applications.

The role involves collaborating with government, industry, and academia to develop a quantum portfolio, extend current efforts, and identify new modalities for space environments, including atomic clocks, interferometers, and photonic systems.

Qualifications

• Masters in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering Physics or similar field.
• Seven+ years of experience; a PhD with four+ years counts as education.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly.

Responsibilities

• Design, assembly, deployment, and testing of quantum sensing technologies.
• Engage government, industry, and academia to leverage expertise.
• Provide systems engineering activities including requirements, architecture, and validation.
• Translate customer requirements into component specifications.

Skills

Experimental Quantum Physics

Physical Chemistry

Engineering Physics

Quantum mechanics applications

Technology transition from lab toField

Strong communicator

Technical leadership

Independent work

Education

Masters in Physics/Physical Chemistry/Engineering Physics

PhD in Physics/Physical Chemistry/Engineering Physics

Job description

SAIC seeks a Quantum Sensing Engineer in Chantilly, VA, to provide advisory services and lead the planning, implementation, and integration of Quantum Sensing and Networking for Space Applications.

The role involves collaborating with government, industry, and academia to develop a quantum portfolio, extend current efforts, and identify new modalities for space environments, including atomic clocks, interferometers, and photonic systems.