Northrop Grumman · 5 months ago
Sr Staff Quantum Modeling Physicist - R10203538
Linthicum Heights, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$217K/yr - $326K/yr
10+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, and they are seeking a Senior Staff Quantum Modeling Physicist. In this role, you will mentor junior staff and collaborate with experts to develop advanced computing solutions while addressing complex architectural challenges.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in mentoring our more junior staff while also engaging with other subject matter experts on advanced computing solutions, classical control electronics, hardware, and software
Help solve our most difficult architectural problems
Qualification
Required
Master of Science Degree in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM related engineering field and 12 plus years of relevant technical professional experience
Ph.D. in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or STEM related engineering field and 10 plus years of relevant technical professional experience
Strong background in physical science of cryogenic superconducting circuits and systems
Significant experience with computational methods for modeling and simulation
Experience with physics-based modeling and simulation
Experience writing version-controlled code in Python
Proven skill at tackling/solving complex problems
Ability to learn new topics quickly in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work and lead in a collaborative, diverse environment
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance per customer's requirements
Preferred
PhD in theoretical physics, applied mathematics, or a relevant STEM engineering field
Proficient with electronic materials at cryogenic temperatures and cryogenic based electronics systems
Expertise in model/simulation loop closure based on process control monitoring and functional test data
Experience with noise-modeling and/or decoherence mechanisms
Active U.S. Government security clearance
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
Recent News
2026-02-06
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