Quantum Science Expert

4 weeks ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States American Systems Full time
Job Title / Level

Quantum Science Expert

Clearance Required?

Top Secret/SCI

Location:
Arlington, VA 22202 US (Primary)

% Travel

0 - 10%

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantum Science Expert to join our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in cutting-edge technology, engineering, analysis of alternatives, capability management, and demonstration.

The Quantum Science Expert will serve as a consultant to the business unit in long-range planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements.

As a Quantum Science Expert, you will:
Work to evaluate and secure cutting-edge technology essential to the modernization of national strategy in defense.
Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals.
Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A Week in the Life of a Quantum Science Expert
Explore innovative quantum systems and technologies that can dramatically improve our nation's programs.

Track department-wide budget for efforts aligning with quantum technologies and maintain and update quantum modernization roadmaps, coordinated roadmaps with key stakeholders.

Participate in DoD and non-DoD Services/Agencies program reviews and make SME recommendations to ensure successful outcomes

Develop and coordinate concepts and requirements for the application of current and emerging technologies as they apply to DoD's R&E program.

Provide programmatic expertise to the Government from system concept definition through technology transfer activities.

Assess and advise on Joint Capability Technology Demonstrations (JCTD) requirements, capabilities, limitations, and constraints as they pertain to defense mission resilience and national security.

Represent USD R&E on Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and participate in Government-approved conferences and forums in addition to specific USD R&E projects.

Assist in the assembly, writing, editing, and coordination of reports to Congress. This work includes drafting guidance memos, supporting DoD-wide coordination, data-calls, data collection and analysis of data products.
Prepare technical documentation for senior DoD leadership to support formal meetings and workshops.

About American Systems
Founded in 1975, American Systems is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States.

We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide.

Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation, we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards
Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
Energage National Best Workplaces, National
Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards
U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $180k - $200k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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Job Requirements
Recognized industry specialist with technical insight in multiple fields and disciplines
10 years of experience of engineering, cybersecurity, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) required
Master's degree in STEM and minimum of 5-years recent experience in quantum technologies
TS/SCI Clearance

Previous experience with:
Department of Defense RDT&E mission and processes.
Engineering, analysis of alternatives, integration, requirements, and testing.
Quantum technology programs.

Cross-Domain Solutions experience.

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