Senior Photonics Research Engineer

2 days ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States Leidos Full time

We are seeking a Senior Photonics Research Engineer to join our team at the Leidos Innovation Center (LInC) Quantum Technologies Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge quantum technologies, including chip-integrated photonics and free-space optical systems for remote sensing and communications.

Responsibilities
  • Design, simulate, build, characterize, and analyze optics/optoelectronics/photonics experiments in various systems and platforms for advanced devices in quantum communication, sensing, and precision positioning, navigation, and timing.
  • Perform laboratory and field tests to validate quantum experimental theories as viable products in applicable domains and benchmark results within the field.
  • Develop innovative solutions based on relevant research results from various sources and collaborate with other team members to leverage quantum technologies to achieve organizational goals.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, engineering, or related fields.
  • Research experience and experimental background in one or more areas: quantum optics, chip-integrated photonics, quantum entanglement, photonics, quantum communications, and quantum information science.
  • Experience in photonic design simulation tools such as Lumerical, Tidy3D, or COMSOL, and RF circuit simulation tools such as Sonnet or Microwave Office.
  • Familiarity with optics lab design, setup, and operation, and photonic chip characterization.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical writing skills, experience in writing advanced technical proposals, and the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. We seek candidates with a strong desire to learn new technologies and flexibility to change from one project to another quickly.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $85,150 - $153,925, depending on experience and qualifications.



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