Sr Quantum Modeling Physicist

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Staff Quantum Modeling Physicist. As a senior leader, you will assist in mentoring our more junior staff while also engaging with other subject matter experts on advanced computing solutions, classical control electronics, hardware, and software. You will assist in solving our most difficult architectural problems and contribute to innovative computing work. This position requires full time on-site at Northrop Grumman’s Linthicum, MD area facilities or our Annapolis Junction, MD facilities.

Note:

This role focuses on leadership of technical activities and collaboration across teams to address complex quantum modeling challenges and architecture decisions for mission systems.

• Master of Science Degree in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM-related engineering field and 12+ years of relevant technical professional experience, or Ph.D. in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM-related engineering field and 10+ years of relevant technical professional experience.
• Strong background in physical science of cryogenic superconducting circuits and systems.
• Significant experience with computational methods for modeling and simulation.
• Experience with physics-based modeling and simulation.
• Experience writing version-controlled code in Python.
• Proven skill at tackling/solving complex problems.
• Ability to learn new topics quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead in a collaborative, diverse environment.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance per customer’s requirements.

• PhD in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or a relevant STEM engineering field.
• Proficient with electronic materials at cryogenic temperatures and cryogenic-based electronics systems.
• Expertise in model/simulation loop closure based on process control monitoring and functional test data.
• Experience with noise-modeling and/or decoherence mechanisms.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $. The salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. This timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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