Engineering Specialist - Superconducting Device Testing
Date: Mar 11, 2025
Location: Lexington, MA, US
Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The mission of the Quantum-Enabled Computation Group is to explore, prototype, and demonstrate transformative computational advantage by leveraging quantized and entangled signals. Our work falls into three key thrusts: quantum computing with superconducting qubits, classical computing with single flux quanta in superconducting circuits, and quantum information science and algorithms. We also enable the broader US research enterprise via superconducting device foundries and open-source software development, and support the US Government as strategic Test and Evaluation partners and subject matter experts. Our interdisciplinary Group includes scientific experts in computer science, quantum information, device theory, materials science, fabrication and integration engineering, electrical and microwave engineering, and quantum physics.
Job Description
The Quantum Information and Integrated Nanosystems Group seeks an engineering specialist to join a team of researchers working with cryogenic infrastructure to measure superconducting circuits. The candidate will collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers. Work will focus on supporting cryogenic test infrastructure, superconducting device testing, data analysis, and component development.
Requirements
• Two- or four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field
• Must have experience working in a laboratory setting, ideally with cryogenic, vacuum, or other mechanical systems
• Ability to effectively communicate within a multifaceted technical team
• Ability to develop and document laboratory processes and test procedures
• The ability to obtain and maintain a top-secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Successfully pass a background check and consent to undergoing a government polygraph examination
• Desired: Experience with electronic testing equipment, including rf or microwave sources
• Desired: Experience with the development of measurements systems including computer programming for data acquisition (e.g. using Python, Matlab, or LabVIEW)
• Desired: Knowledge of wiring diagrams in a cryogenic system and qualifying performance at microwave frequencies.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
- ... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requisition ID: 41591
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