Senior R&D Physicist: Optical Phenomenology & Explosives

Sandia National Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 118,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a dedicated researcher to join a dynamic team supporting defense and nonproliferation missions. You will develop physics-based models, perform end-to-end simulations, and document results for collaborators and customers.

The role requires work onsite with moderate travel, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead projects as needed. DOE Q clearance is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five years of directly relevant experience, or equivalent combination.
• Ability to attain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and development focused on customer mission requirements from concept to sensor/modeling development.
• End-to-end simulations to evaluate sensor utility and future designs.
• Document results in high-quality presentations and reports.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

Data analysis

Research planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Graduate degree desired

Tools

High performance computing

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a dedicated researcher to join a dynamic team supporting defense and nonproliferation missions. You will develop physics-based models, perform end-to-end simulations, and document results for collaborators and customers.

The role requires work onsite with moderate travel, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead projects as needed. DOE Q clearance is required or obtainable.