Staff Quantum Sensing & Imaging Engineer

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 116,400 - 182,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

MIT-funded pension

Matching 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave options

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA seeks a motivated physicist, applied physicist, or electrical engineer to join the Advanced Quantum Technologies Group. The role entails developing quantum sensing systems and involves hands-on hardware construction, data analysis, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, lab experience, and proficiency in programming. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, a MIT-funded pension, and a hiring range from $116,400–$182,200, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• Basic lab skills needed (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers).
• Experience in MATLAB and self-directed projects essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware systems for quantum technologies.
• Build and maintain optical testbeds.
• Conduct precision measurements and optimize performance.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Strong communication skills

Experience using MATLAB

Comfort with fundamental physical concepts

Experience in self-directed projects

Education

Master's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

MATLAB

Python

CAD design (e.g., SolidWorks)

Job description

MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA seeks a motivated physicist, applied physicist, or electrical engineer to join the Advanced Quantum Technologies Group. The role entails developing quantum sensing systems and involves hands-on hardware construction, data analysis, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree, lab experience, and proficiency in programming. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, a MIT-funded pension, and a hiring range from $116,400–$182,200, depending on experience.