Laser Scientist

Booz Allen Hamilton•King George, VA

7d•$69,300 - $158,000•Remote

About The Position

Leverages physics expertise to test and analyze physical phenomena to support S&T challenges. Develops or contributes to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with some guidance, and reviews or guides activities of junior employees. Prepares, executes, and documents test events. Leverages expertise in test instrumentation, scientific processes, and lab environment optimization. Ensures that all technical systems are operational and performing optimally to meet objectives prior to test events, with a strong emphasis on test preparation and live event support.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in a lab either in professional or research environments
Experience in a science field, such as physics, chemistry, or electrical engineering field
Experience with, or aptitude to rapidly master instrumentation equipment and specialized software including Phantom Camera Control, FLIR Research Studio, and data acquisition (DAQ) systems
Experience in MATLab
Ability to set up and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

Ability to Interface with test leads to coordinate and execute test scenarios in a fluid and high-tempo operational environment
Ability to maintain and configure all test instrumentation, including high-speed cameras, thermal imagers, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems, ensuring peak operational readiness
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex software and hardware issues related to test equipment in lab and field environments
Ability to identify, recommend, and lead the integration of upgrades to instrumentation and software to advance data collection capabilities
Ability to configure, verify, and manage all network connections for instrumentation to guarantee seamless data flow and reliable system control
Ability to provide real-time, hands-on troubleshooting for any technical issues that arise during a test, ensuring minimal disruption and complete data capture
Ability to operate and manage all assigned instrumentation and data acquisition systems during the test event

Responsibilities

Prepares, executes, and documents test events.
Ensures that all technical systems are operational and performing optimally to meet objectives prior to test events, with a strong emphasis on test preparation and live event support.
Develops or contributes to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Works independently with some guidance, and reviews or guides activities of junior employees.
Draws scientific conclusions from acquired and processed data sets and communicates observations to a multidisciplinary team of modeling and test personnel.
Collaborates effectively within a team environment and contributes to productive meetings toward decisive outcomes.
Develops, documents, and adheres to rigorous lab procedures to ensure safe and successful test execution.
Interfaces with test leads to coordinate and execute test scenarios in a fluid and high-tempo operational environment.
Maintains and configures all test instrumentation, including high-speed cameras, thermal imagers, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems, ensuring peak operational readiness.
Troubleshoots and resolves complex software and hardware issues related to test equipment in lab and field environments.
Identifies, recommends, and leads the integration of upgrades to instrumentation and software to advance data collection capabilities.
Configures, verifies, and manages all network connections for instrumentation to guarantee seamless data flow and reliable system control.
Provides real-time, hands-on troubleshooting for any technical issues that arise during a test, ensuring minimal disruption and complete data capture.
Operates and manages all assigned instrumentation and data acquisition systems during the test event.