Senior Quantum Scientist - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Senior Quantum Scientist - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos Quantum Incubator as a Senior Quantum Scientist
The Leidos Quantum Incubator seeks thought leaders in quantum technologies, focusing on quantum optics, sensing, and communications—not quantum computing. Advance our portfolio through contract wins, internal R&D, benchmarking, and prototypes. Participate in the full R&D lifecycle for optical systems in quantum-enabled remote sensing and communications. Ideal for those passionate about applied research, experimental hardware, and maturing concepts to prototypes.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and analyze quantum experiments across platforms for quantum communication, sensing, and precision PNT.
- Perform lab/field tests to validate theories, prove viability, and benchmark results.
- Write proposals, publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and brief stakeholders.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to leverage quantum tech for organizational goals.
- Support business development to expand Arlington Branch’s quantum projects.
Basic Qualifications
- T4: Bachelor’s in physics/applied physics/engineering + 8+ years experience (or equivalent).
- T5: Bachelor’s + 12+ years experience (or equivalent).
- Expertise in quantum optics, entanglement, photonics, communications, information science, or sensing.
- Proven innovation from diverse research sources.
- Prototype building/benchmarking with metrics and analytical skills.
- Strong proposal writing; US citizenship for clearance; adaptable learner; programming proficiency; communication to all audiences; motivation to publish/present.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in relevant field.
- Extensive quantum sensing/comms research.
- ML/autonomy operationalization.
- Data processing, aerospace, payload/satellite knowledge.
- Winning independent funding.
- Lab automation/electronics.
- Big data/science/analytics experience.
- DoD Top Secret clearance.
At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace. Multiple openings at T4/T5 levels. Pay Range: $107,900 - $195,050 USD/year. US Citizens only.
Locations
- Arlington, Virginia, United States
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Quantum Opticsintermediate
- Quantum Entanglementintermediate
- Photonicsintermediate
- Quantum Communicationsintermediate
- Quantum Sensingintermediate
- Experimental Physicsintermediate
- Technical Writingintermediate
- Proposal Developmentintermediate
- Programming (Python/MATLAB)intermediate
- Data Analyticsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Engineering or related field with 8-12+ years relevant experience (experience)
- Research experience in quantum optics, entanglement, photonics, communications, or sensing (experience)
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain government security clearance (experience)
- Strong technical writing and communication skills (experience)
- Experience building and benchmarking prototypes (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and analyze quantum experiments for sensing, communications, and PNT
- Conduct lab and field tests to validate theories and benchmark results
- Write proposals, publish papers, present at conferences, and brief customers
- Collaborate with engineers and scientists across teams and fields
- Support business development to grow quantum technologies portfolio
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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Senior Quantum Scientist - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Senior Quantum Scientist - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos Quantum Incubator as a Senior Quantum Scientist
The Leidos Quantum Incubator seeks thought leaders in quantum technologies, focusing on quantum optics, sensing, and communications—not quantum computing. Advance our portfolio through contract wins, internal R&D, benchmarking, and prototypes. Participate in the full R&D lifecycle for optical systems in quantum-enabled remote sensing and communications. Ideal for those passionate about applied research, experimental hardware, and maturing concepts to prototypes.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and analyze quantum experiments across platforms for quantum communication, sensing, and precision PNT.
- Perform lab/field tests to validate theories, prove viability, and benchmark results.
- Write proposals, publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, and brief stakeholders.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to leverage quantum tech for organizational goals.
- Support business development to expand Arlington Branch’s quantum projects.
Basic Qualifications
- T4: Bachelor’s in physics/applied physics/engineering + 8+ years experience (or equivalent).
- T5: Bachelor’s + 12+ years experience (or equivalent).
- Expertise in quantum optics, entanglement, photonics, communications, information science, or sensing.
- Proven innovation from diverse research sources.
- Prototype building/benchmarking with metrics and analytical skills.
- Strong proposal writing; US citizenship for clearance; adaptable learner; programming proficiency; communication to all audiences; motivation to publish/present.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in relevant field.
- Extensive quantum sensing/comms research.
- ML/autonomy operationalization.
- Data processing, aerospace, payload/satellite knowledge.
- Winning independent funding.
- Lab automation/electronics.
- Big data/science/analytics experience.
- DoD Top Secret clearance.
At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace. Multiple openings at T4/T5 levels. Pay Range: $107,900 - $195,050 USD/year. US Citizens only.
Locations
- Arlington, Virginia, United States
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Quantum Opticsintermediate
- Quantum Entanglementintermediate
- Photonicsintermediate
- Quantum Communicationsintermediate
- Quantum Sensingintermediate
- Experimental Physicsintermediate
- Technical Writingintermediate
- Proposal Developmentintermediate
- Programming (Python/MATLAB)intermediate
- Data Analyticsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Engineering or related field with 8-12+ years relevant experience (experience)
- Research experience in quantum optics, entanglement, photonics, communications, or sensing (experience)
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain government security clearance (experience)
- Strong technical writing and communication skills (experience)
- Experience building and benchmarking prototypes (experience)
Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and analyze quantum experiments for sensing, communications, and PNT
- Conduct lab and field tests to validate theories and benchmark results
- Write proposals, publish papers, present at conferences, and brief customers
- Collaborate with engineers and scientists across teams and fields
- Support business development to grow quantum technologies portfolio
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Flexible work options and paid time off
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