Technical Staff Quantum Science and Engineering Job Details | MIT Lincoln Laboratory

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is focused on advancing quantum computing and sensing technologies. They are seeking a Technical Staff member in Quantum Science and Engineering to contribute to the development and testing of quantum sensors and systems, working on innovative solutions in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and fabricate magnetic sensing prototypes

• Hardware development, design, and optimization (e.g. RF/microwave, electronic, mechanical subsystems)

• Laboratory validation and field testing of sensors and systems, including troubleshooting of complex systems and data analysis of recorded results

• System engineering, integration, testing, and measurement

• Physics modeling and simulation of sensor systems

• Communicating results to and determining next steps with a broader team

• Proposing milestones, schedule, and direction to a broader team

Skills

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

• Substantial hands-on laboratory experience, including troubleshooting of complex systems

• Experience with laboratory measurement and characterization (e.g., analog circuits, impedance analyzers, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes)

• Strong foundation in fundamental physical concepts and rigorous analytical analysis

• Experience with both self-directed and collaborative technical projects or research

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team

• Prior experience in experimental quantum science with a strong track record evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations

• Experimental research experience in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics or with solid-state spin systems

• Familiarity with magnetometry, magnetic materials, or spin systems

• RF, microwave, and/or analog circuit measurement or design (e.g. Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS)

• Cleanroom device fabrication experience, including material deposition (sputtering, e-beam) and photolithography

• Scientific programming skills (Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, LabVIEW, etc.)

• Multiphysics simulation (e.g. COMSOL)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

• MIT-funded pension

• Matching 401K

• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

• Mentorship programs

• A range of work-life balance options

• ... and much more!

Company Overview

• MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center chartered to apply advanced technology to problems of national security. It was founded in 1951, and is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.ll.mit.edu.