Senior Silicon Photonics Scientist & Engineer

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 117,500 - 235,700; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a Senior/Principal Integrated Photonic Scientist/Engineer with emphasis on silicon photonics to lead R&D for national security missions, including communications, sensing, and quantum/neuromorphic computing.

Responsibilities span modeling, fabrication, cryogenic experiments, and collaboration with partners. Strong publication and IP history preferred; DOE/ SCI clearance desired; onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years directly relevant experience or equivalent
• Ability to obtain/maintain DOE Q-level security clearance
• Graduate degree with independent research project (thesis/dissertation) preferred
• Strong publication record and experience with patent filings is a plus
• Experience in silicon photonic devices and microfabrication processes

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analysis on photonic devices and microsystems from design to experimental characterization
• Lead test and evaluation plans with objectives, metrics, and lab experiments
• Identify technology gaps for national security applications
• Direct and mentor post-docs and students to achieve milestones
• Prepare presentations and reports for management and sponsors
• Collaborate with internal/external partners and sponsors across institutions
• File patents and report findings in journals/conferences as applicable

Skills

Silicon photonics

Integrated photonics

Device simulation

Test and measurement

Patents / IP development

Technical leadership

Cryogenic measurements

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Graduate degree (MS/PhD) in a related field

Tools

GDSFactory

KLayout

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a Senior/Principal Integrated Photonic Scientist/Engineer with emphasis on silicon photonics to lead R&D for national security missions, including communications, sensing, and quantum/neuromorphic computing.

Responsibilities span modeling, fabrication, cryogenic experiments, and collaboration with partners. Strong publication and IP history preferred; DOE/ SCI clearance desired; onsite work is required.