RF Engineer / Quantum Physicist
Date: Dec 25, 2024
Location: Lexington, MA, US
Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The Quantum Information and Integrated Nanosystems Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory develops quantum systems, including theory, engineering, and control, to address critical future technology needs. Areas of focus include developing superconducting qubits for quantum computing, trapped ions for quantum information and precision time keeping, integrated photonics, and solid-state quantum sensing. The group’s innovative research is supported by on-site state-of-the-art fabrication tools, close partnership with universities and industry, extensive test and measurement infrastructure, and daily collaboration with the 1700+ Ph.D-level scientists within Lincoln Laboratory.
Job Description
The Quantum information and Integrated Nanosystems Group conducts quantum information science research from a shared foundation of innovative control signal design, outstanding fabrication tools and well-equipped measurement infrastructure. The group has a broad range of experimental and prototyping activities. The group’s quantum information science activities include development of superconducting and trapped-ion qubits and quantum sensing with solid-state systems.
This position is working at the forefront of quantum technology, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop novel quantum sensors.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
•Design, develop, and test analog radio frequency (RF) and microwave (1 – 10 GHz) circuits, components and systems.
•Architect and design advanced oscillator systems.
•Participate in electrical design team including outlining requirements, circuit design and analysis, circuit simulation, and component selection.
•Oversee and direct board layout and production of circuits.
•Perform testing, and troubleshooting of RF circuits and subsystems.
Requirements
•Candidate should hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Physics or a related field. In lieu of a Master’s degree, a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience will be considered.
•Active microwave circuits
•RF and analog systems
•Proficiency in Microwave Office or ADS
•Proficiency in Mentor or other circuit layout software
Additional beneficial experience includes:
•Experience in discrete oscillator design
•Experience in low-phase-noise oscillator design
•Familiarity with Ansys HFSS
•Quantum or sensor design
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.
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Nearest Major Market: Boston
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