Laser Experimentalist

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. 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.

Utilize your expertise in laser and optics to prototype, design, build, and integrate optical subsystems and prototype experiments for a quantum sensor. Apply core principles, theories, and concepts to evaluate and optimize sub-component performance prior to full quantum sensor system integration. Solve complex technical problems involving interferometric setups, precision detection systems, and laser diagnostic hardware to 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. Join us. The world can’t wait.

• Experience with optics, lasers, photonics, and diagnostic hardware in a laboratory environment
• Experience with optical detection hardware, including photodetectors such as APDs and balanced receivers, and scientific imaging or camera systems such as CMOS, sCMOS, and CCDs
• Experience with targeted scientific literature review, and implementation of new research methods
• Experience with laser control or locking electronics, optical modulators, and laser system diagnostic tools
• Experience using Python or MATLAB
• Ability to design, build, and execute prototype experiments, including precision interferometers, optical path alignments, and sensor bench-tests, prior to system integration
• Ability to drive practical science and engineering solutions to customer applications, implement optical, laser, or atomic physics experiments, and perform measurements
• Ability to perform trade studies, down-select hardware, and make practical recommendations based on expertise and literature
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, optics, physics, or chemistry, or Master’s degree and 2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, optics, physics, or chemistry

• Possession of strong communication skills, to convey complex concepts to varied audiences both verbally and in writing
• Possession of strong collaborative skills, to work effectively with clients of various backgrounds and expertise levels

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