Technologist III

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop software, electronics, and optical subsystems for Bose–Einstein condensates (BEC)-based ultra-cold atom testbeds, optimizing performance and reliability.
• Conduct research in optical transport and long-interrogation-time atom interferometry, and develop models that align theory with experimental results and project performance in microgravity.
• Support ultra-cold atom experiments in microgravity and development of space-grade hardware for atomic physics package and laser optical systems.
• Support software development and validation for autonomous operations of ultra-cold atom experiments in microgravity.
• Document results and findings, and communicate them through reports and technical discussions.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team working environment with domestic and international partners on behalf of projects.
• Present results in conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
• Actively participate in proposal development activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, or related technical discipline with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of experience, or Ph.D. in a related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Atomic physics technical background.
• Extensive experience with atom interferometry systems and research.
• Experience with atom interferometry for gravity measurement/sensing.
• Demonstrated success in performing atomic physics research.
• Demonstrated ability to design, plan, and assemble cold atom and atom interferometry laboratory systems and testbeds.
• Familiarity/understanding of the Quantum Gravity Gradiometer (QGG) instrument architecture.
• Track record of innovation in quantum physics, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and/or successful instrument delivery.
• Experience with the operation, characterization, and/or study of one or more of the following technologies: atom interferometry, stabilized laser systems, ultra-high vacuum systems, laser cooling of atoms, and quantum gravity gradiometry.
• Motivated individual who can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team structure.
• Desire to learn how to develop, propose, win, and execute long-term research and development plan related to advancing space-based quantum systems.
• Strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple issues, tasks, and priorities concurrently.