Overview In this role you will lead advanced research in optics, photonics, and related disciplines to support DoD programs. You will guide technical strategy for photonic, quantum, and unconventional computing initiatives within a collaborative team focused on delivering secure, warfighter-ready capabilities. You will translate complex science into actionable recommendations for senior government stakeholders and drive cross-disciplinary R&D efforts onsite.
Responsibilities- Provide support and technical leadership across optics, photonics, physics, materials, AI/ML, and related fields
- Plan, develop, and execute R&D programs in photonic and quantum circuit areas
- Conduct independent analyses to propose solutions and alternatives for complex problems
- Offer strategic scientific guidance on cutting-edge research initiatives to Agency Technical Offices
- Communicate complex concepts clearly to senior government personnel and diverse audiences
- Work onsite as required to satisfy client needs
Key requirements- Master degree in a scientific or technical field
- 15+ years of DoD-related experience in optics, photonics, physics, materials, AI/ML, quantum, chemistry, biology, or related disciplines
- Active Secret clearance
- Extensive published articles with international recognition in field of expertise
- Strong oral and written communication skills for government briefings
- Onsite work capability
- Experience in senior leadership roles within technical organizations and strategic guidance
- strong communication
- leadership and strategic thinking
- collaboration and teamwork
- optics
- photonics
- physics
