Laser Scientist

## Laser Scientist Apply locations:
Dahlgren, VA:
King George, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
September 15, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R0242491

Laser Scientist
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* The Opportunity:

** Leverages physics expertise to test and analyze physical phenomena to support S&T challenges. Develops or contributes to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with some guidance, and reviews or guides activities of junior employees. Prepares, executes, and documents test events. Leverages expertise in test instrumentation, scientific processes, and lab environment optimization. Ensures that all technical systems are operational and performing optimally to meet objectives prior to test events, with a strong emphasis on test preparation and live event support.
** You Have:
*** 1+ years of experience in a lab either in professional or research environments
* Experience in a science field, such as physics, chemistry, or electrical engineering field
* Experience with, or aptitude to rapidly master instrumentation equipment and specialized software including Phantom Camera Control, FLIR Research Studio, and data acquisition (DAQ) systems
* Experience in MATLab
* Ability to set up and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
* Ability to develop, document, and adhere to rigorous lab procedures to ensure safe and successful test execution
* Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and contribute to productive meetings toward decisive outcomes
* Ability to draw scientific conclusions from acquired and processed data sets and to communicate observations to a multidisciplinary team of modeling and test personnel
* Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
* Bachelor’s degree
** Nice If You Have:
*** Ability to Interface with test leads to coordinate and execute test scenarios in a fluid and high-tempo operational environment
* Ability to maintain and configure all test instrumentation, including high-speed cameras, thermal imagers, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems, ensuring peak operational readiness
* Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex software and hardware issues related to test equipment in lab and field environments
* Ability to identify, recommend, and lead the integration of upgrades to instrumentation and software to advance data collection capabilities
* Ability to configure, verify, and manage all network connections for instrumentation to guarantee seamless data flow and reliable system control
* Ability to provide real-time, hands-on troubleshooting for any technical issues that arise during a test, ensuring minimal disruption and complete data capture
* Ability to operate and manage all assigned instrumentation and data acquisition systems during the test event
** Clearance:
** Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
** Compensation
* * At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.

Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is…