Physics and Technology Analyst-Associate

Physics and Technology Analyst-Associate Staff

Date: Jun 2, 2026

Location: Lexington, MA, US

Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory

The Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Systems and Architectures Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory invites you to apply to join our world‑class team of systems analysts. Working directly with Department of War (DoW) senior leadership, the group provides unbiased analysis on the DoW's most urgent and challenging problems and recommends solutions that directly impact the course of our national defense strategy.

The solutions we develop within the group often lead to advanced technology development, prototyping projects, and experimental testing, both within Lincoln Laboratory and beyond.

The group's staff are the key to the group's national impact. They are skilled scientists and engineers who have demonstrated deep technical backgrounds and the ability to quickly learn and understand new technologies. Our staff have the talent to break down complex problems and clearly communicate solutions to a wide spectrum of audiences, from technical experts to senior leaders. Our priority for the group is to deliver impactful analysis that informs DoW technology investments, while fostering the professional and personal growth of our staff.

We strive for a collaborative and diverse workplace while enjoying a strong work/life balance.

As an Associate Staff member of the ISR Systems and Architectures Group, you will be responsible for individual systems analysis studies of critical DoW missions, planned DoW capabilities, and new technologies. You will contribute to the development of physics‑ and engineering‑based models for a wide array of technologies related to sensors, aircraft, satellites, communication systems, navigation, and data exploitation. While previous experience in these systems isn't required, you must be able to leverage your strong technical background to rapidly become knowledgeable about these technologies as you learn from and collaborate with experts across the Laboratory.

Additionally, you will prepare and present impact briefings to convey key study findings and recommendations, and will deliver these to a range of audiences including DoW senior decision‑makers, government technology experts, and Lincoln Laboratory colleagues.

If you're looking for a fast‑paced, high‑impact career, apply to join our team today!

• Master's degree in Physics, Mathematics, Aeronautics/Astronautics, Engineering, or a related technical field or a Bachelor's and 3 years of experience will be considered.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with highly interdisciplinary team.

• Ability to quickly learn new technical areas.
• Demonstrated ability to break down complex technical problems and effectively communicate key findings.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with highly interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience with MATLAB‑based modeling, simulation, and data analysis.
• Selected candidate will be subject to a pre‑employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret level security clearance with compartmented program eligibility.

Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $116,400 – $140,000

Experienced Hiring Range: $116,400 – $182,200

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements.

This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work‑life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

• Comprehensive…