Quantum Modeling Physicist - R10204097

Staff Quantum Modeling Physicist

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a 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.

This position requires full-time work on-site at Northrop Grumman’s Linthicum, MD area facilities or our Annapolis Junction, MD facilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM related engineering field and 10 plus years of relevant technical professional experience. Ph.D. in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM related engineering field and 8 plus years of relevant technical professional experience.
• Strong background in 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or a relevant STEM engineering field.
• 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

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.