Quantum Physicist

About the role

The Quantum Physicist will support a team of skilled researchers to help drive advancements in quantum science research, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications, for the design and generation of technologies for the Department of Defense. As part of our team, you'll serve as a strategic technical advisor to program managers supporting our Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) client, advising on advanced government-funded research and development programs. You’ll work with world-class scientists and engineers to provide strategic assessments of emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs.
• Assist with the management of current programs.
• Facilitate the transition of program deliverables to DARPA stakeholders.

Requirements

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance before onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Doctoral Degree in a STEM field
• FIVE (5) or more years' experience with theoretical or experimental quantum science research, including quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communications; Doctorate degree may be used in lieu of FIVE (5) of the required years' experience.
• FIVE (5) or more years' experience with authoring technical papers, reports, or program plans for technical and non-technical audiences; Doctorate degree may be used in lieu of FIVE (5) of the required years' experience.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
• Experience managing programs or projects across various stages of their lifecycle
• Experience with Department of Defense research and development programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing
• Ability to develop technical documents and presentations with strict attention to detail
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing
• Ability to develop technical documents and presentations with strict attention to detail
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight

Benefits

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits Include Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance, Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays, Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus, Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Basic Life & Supplemental Life, Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Student Loan PayDown, Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities, Skills Development & Certifications, Employee Referral Program, Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach, Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program, Mobility Stipend.

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

Full-time.

What would be nice to have

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
• Experience managing programs or projects across various stages of their lifecycle
• Experience with Department of Defense research and development programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing
• Ability to develop technical documents and presentations with strict attention to detail
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight