Senior Silicon Photonics Scientist/Engineer (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Telecommuting options

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a mid-career Integrated Photonic Scientist/Engineer with silicon photonics expertise to lead and support development for national security missions, including quantum and neuromorphic computing.

You will perform research, design and characterize photonic devices, develop test plans, and lead R&D teams to milestones while interfacing with sponsors and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with five years of directly related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level (or DOD equivalent) security clearance.
• PhD degree and post-PhD experience in a research laboratory are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and analysis in photonic devices and microsystems, including simulation and experimental characterization.
• Develop and execute test and evaluation plans with objectives and metrics.
• Lead and coordinate R&D tasks, mentoring staff to meet milestones.
• Generate presentations and reports for management and sponsors.
• Collaborate with internal and external research partners and sponsors.

Skills

DOE clearance

Independent research

Photonic device knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

PhD degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

GDSFactory

KLayout

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a mid-career Integrated Photonic Scientist/Engineer with silicon photonics expertise to lead and support development for national security missions, including quantum and neuromorphic computing.

You will perform research, design and characterize photonic devices, develop test plans, and lead R&D teams to milestones while interfacing with sponsors and partners.