Technical SETA SME - Quantum

Job Family:

Research Physicists (PHY)

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

The objectives of the Technical SETA are to assist with the coordination, monitoring, communication, and integration of all technical aspects of the Program lifecycle that includes:

* Attend meetings, workshops, conferences and testing events as a Subject Matter Expert

* Assist with the development of presentations such as Program Management Reviews

* Serve as a Liaison between Performers, Test & Evaluation contributors, Government and Transition partners

* Review, provide analysis, and make recommendations concerning technical reports, data and Performer approaches

* Select, establish, curate, and maintain collaborative communication, issue tracking, and configuration environments for use by the program

* Provide reach-back support for program related requirements for systems integration, design, development, modeling and simulation, data analytics and architecture design

* Examine data sources and literary sources for emerging technology related to the Program

* Provide technical support and expertise on new concepts beyond the Program but integral to the Program's success

What You Will Need:

* An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a polygraph

* Bachelors' degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field

* FOUR (4) or more years of experience involving quantum information science, quantum device physics, quantum sensing, quantum system modeling, and/or quantum control techniques

* TWO (2) or more years of experience with laboratory characterization or test platforms relevant to quantum systems, such as cryogenic test environments, optical/laser-based measurement systems, RF/microwave measurement tools, or qubit/device characterization setups

* TWO (2) or more years of experience managing a multi-disciplinary research and development (R&D) or Test and Evaluation (T&E) team, including creating program plans, work breakdown structures, and milestone schedules

What Would Be Nice To Have:

* Masters' degree or PhD in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering, quantum information science, or closely related fields

* FOUR (4) or more years of experience with scientific and experimental programming languages/tools such as Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or languages used in quantum research (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)

* TWO (2) or more years of experience with machine learning, optimization, signal processing, or statistical techniques relevant to quantum system characterization, noise mitigation, or control

* TWO (2) or more years of experience in the Intelligence Community (IC), including experience with requirements, CONOPS, and transition

* Awareness of supply chain, security, and reliability considerations for quantum technologies and supporting hardware

* FOUR (4) or more years of experience managing a multi-disciplinary research and development (R&D) or Test and Evaluation (T&E) team

* ONE (1) or more years of experience as a Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager

The annual salary range for this position is $-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

* 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

* 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 &…