Quantum Physicist

Job Summary

Job Family:
Research Physicists (PHY).

Travel Required:

Up to 10%.

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Secret.

The Quantum Physicist will support a team of skilled researchers to help drive advancements in quantum science research, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications, for the design and generation of technologies for the Department of Defense. You will serve as a strategic technical advisor to program managers supporting the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) client, advising on advanced government‑funded research and development programs.

You’ll work with world‑class scientists and engineers to provide strategic assessments of emerging technologies, maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assist with the management of current programs, and facilitate the transition of program deliverables to DARPA stakeholders.

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding.
• Doctoral Degree in a STEM field.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience with theoretical or experimental quantum science research, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications; a Doctorate may be used in lieu of the required experience.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience authoring technical papers, reports, or program plans for technical and non‑technical audiences; a Doctorate may be used in lieu of the required experience.

• Active and maintained "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Experience managing programs or projects across various stages of their lifecycle.
• Experience with Department of Defense research and development programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing.
• Ability to develop technical documents and presentations with strict attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight.

• Competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package.
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays.
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability.
• Student Loan Pay Down tuition reimbursement, personal development & learning opportunities.
• Skills Development & Certifications.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach.
• Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program.
• Mobility Stipend.

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.