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Applied Physicist (Associate or Mid-Level)

Huntington Beach, California Job ID 00000439530 Category Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Post Date Oct. 07, 2024
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Boeing Research & Technology (BR&T) is looking for an Applied Physicist (Associate or Mid-Level) to join the team in Huntington Beach, CA.

The selected candidate will apply their knowledge of quantum physics, atomic physics or optics / photonics to build a comprehensive suite of capabilities in experimental quantum sensing, quantum communication or quantum networking. This position requires advancing product development goals while staying involved with fundamental quantum science research.  

At Boeing, we have already performed several "quantum first in the world" demonstrations – join us to be a part of the next world’s first quantum demo!

In collaboration with various partners across the research and application communities – universities, private industry, external research organizations, and government agencies – we have assembled one of the most exciting applied quantum information science visions to revolutionize the areas of sensing, networking, and communication. Learn more, here: www.boeing.com/quantum

At Boeing, we focus on understanding the fundamental quantum physics in the lab, the associated engineering needed to mature these physics concepts, and the opportunities to take quantum from the lab onto moving platforms, such as submarines, airplanes, or satellites. This exciting vision at Boeing seeks creative, motivated, and transformational thinkers and doers who want to grow as scientists, engineers, and leaders; deliver technologies; and change the future of sensing, networking, and communication.

We need your help in revolutionizing sensing, networking, and communication. If your career interests align with one or more of these tracks – fundamental physics, engineering, prototyping, applications of quantum physics, new product release, task leadership, or program management – we welcome you to grow your career at Boeing.

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Position Responsibilities Include:

  • Integrate quantum physics, atomic physics or optics systems and components into higher level systems and platforms

  • Develop and perform experiments related to quantum sensing, atomic physics, optical clocks, optics and photonics, quantum networking, quantum communication, and related topics

  • Support trade studies, modeling, simulations and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize designs around established requirements

  • Conduct critical experimental tests to validate the performance of designs with respect to application requirements

  • Document research findings in internal technical reports, internal presentations, invention disclosures or peer reviewed articles and conference presentations as prioritized within specific projects

  • Collaborate and communicate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders

  • Maintain awareness about the latest results, trends and publications in the relevant scientific and technology areas

  • Provide as needed support to products throughout their lifecycle from manufacturing to customer use

  • Support project management by providing key inputs for work statements, budgets, schedules, and conducting appropriate reviews.

  • Support writing of proposals to develop new business

  • Works under direction of senior staff

Successful candidates will have a foundational understanding of both theory and laboratory practices relevant to at least one of the following domains:

  • Quantum sensing

  • Optical clocks

  • Optics and photonics

  • Atomic physics

  • Quantum networking

  • Quantum communication (free space and / or fiber based)

Successful candidates shall

  • Advance ongoing program goals

  • Support new project proposals

  • Develop future product concepts

  • Assist with the integration of quantum technologies into future products and services for Boeing’s commercial and defense businesses

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

  • Authored and published Research papers and projects (Academia or Professional)

  • University studies andlaboratory practice in one of the following areas: quantum sensing, optical clocks, atomic physics, quantum networking, and quantum communication

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • PhD in physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or other field related to quantum sensing, quantum networking, quantum communication, quantum optics and/or quantum information science

  • Direct experimental experience developing optical clocks

  • Active U.S. security clearance

Typical Education/Experience:

Associate (Level 2)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Mid-Level (Level 3)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for 1st shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Associate: $85,850 - $116,150

Summary pay range for Mid-Level: $104,550 - $141,450

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 29th, 2024.


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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