Laser Physicist

Booz Allen Hamilton•Colorado Springs, CO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Are you excited to apply quantum sensing technologies to critical national security missions? Do you enjoy the challenge of implementing quantum solutions in real-world scenarios? We have an opportunity for you to use your analytical skills to enhance quantum sensing operations and address national security challenges. Utilize your expertise in laser and optics to prototype, design, build, and integrate a quantum sensor. Apply core principles, theories, and concepts to provide effective solutions for practical applications. Solve complex technical problems and deliver innovative solutions. Operate with independence and provide oversight or mentorship for your team’s technical competencies. Collaborate effectively with minimal supervision, overseeing and mentoring junior employees as needed. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide direct quantum technological support. You will mentor and learn from your teammates while deploying engineering solutions through client collaboration and internal projects. Join us in improving the operational capabilities of quantum sensing technologies. Join us. The world can't wait.

Requirements

Experience working in a laboratory with optics, lasers, photonics, and diagnostic hardware
Experience in targeted scientific literature review, and implementation of new research methods
Experience in laser control and locking electronics, optical modulators, and laser system diagnostic tools
Experience in Python or MATLAB
Ability to perform trade studies, down-select hardware, and make practical recommendations
Ability to drive practical science and engineering solutions to customer applications
Ability to implement optical, laser, and atomic physics experiments and perform measurements
Ability to convey complex concepts to various audiences, both verbally and in writing, and work effectively with various backgrounds and expertise
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience with quantum mechanics, atomic physics, and quantum effects in sensing
Experience working in a laboratory with lasers, atoms, spectroscopy, and alkali metals
Experience developing technology business plans and roadmaps, building and managing teams to execute projects, and overseeing resources.
Experience with RF or RF photonics, software defined radios, and low noise amplifiers
Experience with ray tracing software, including ZEMAX
Experience leading and managing small to medium-sized engineering, integration, test and projects
Ability to demonstrate scientific publications or conference presentations in quantum mechanics, atomic physics, and quantum effects in sensing

Responsibilities

Prototype, design, build, and integrate a quantum sensor using expertise in laser and optics.
Apply core principles, theories, and concepts to provide effective solutions for practical applications.
Solve complex technical problems and deliver innovative solutions.
Operate with independence and provide oversight or mentorship for your team’s technical competencies.
Collaborate effectively with minimal supervision, overseeing and mentoring junior employees as needed.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide direct quantum technological support.
Mentor and learn from teammates while deploying engineering solutions through client collaboration and internal projects.
Improve the operational capabilities of quantum sensing technologies.