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SAIC

Quantum Network Scientist

SAIC

. Conduct research and development in optical quantum metrology, including generation, detection, characterization, and verification of quantum states of light .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeNorth Charleston • South Carolina • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Optical Quantum Metrology and Quantum Enabled Optical Communications, with a strong focus on developing measurement protocols and optimizing quantum network performance. Capable of integrating quantum components into heterogeneous quantum networks and executing advanced quantum experiments.

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Optical Quantum MetrologyQuantum Enabled Optical CommunicationsQuantum NetworksQuantum ExperimentationMeasurement Protocol Development

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Hard Skills
Quantum State GenerationPhoton DetectionCharacterization Tools DevelopmentQuantum Network OptimizationEntangled Photon SourcesTomography MeasurementsFiber CharacterizationQuantum Communication ProtocolsPhotonic Quantum Network DesignTiming and Phase Control
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreePhD/JDTS/SCI Clearance
Industry Keywords
Quantum MetrologyQuantum CommunicationHeterogeneous Quantum NetworksSingle-Photon SourcesQuantum Detectors

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct research and development in optical quantum metrology, including generation, detection, characterization, and verification of quantum states of light
  • Develop measurement protocols and characterization tools for single-photon sources, detectors, and components
  • Experimentally implement quantum-enabled classical and quantum optical communication links over fiber and free-space channels
  • Optimize quantum optical network performance, including losses, synchronization, entanglement distribution, and noise
  • Study qubit systems such as entangled photon sources, detectors, memories, and interfaces in heterogeneous quantum networks
  • Integrate quantum components into real-world heterogeneous quantum network settings
  • Develop and implement methods to study quantum network link performance, including tomography measurements and fiber characterization
  • Design, implement, and test optimization methods for photonic quantum networks, including timing, phase, and polarization control
  • Develop and test management protocols for quantum communications over quantum networks
  • Develop and execute quantum experiments such as entanglement distribution and quantum communications such as teleportation

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Specialized experience of more than 1 year in at least one of: Optical Quantum Metrology, Quantum Enabled Optical Communications, or Quantum Networks
  • Intermediate level: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of work experience; 4 additional years considered in lieu of degree
  • Senior level: Bachelor's degree and 9 years of work experience; or Master's degree and 7 or more years; or PhD/JD and 4 or more years
  • No security clearance required to start, but must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance