Sr. Staff Computational Physicist

Relocation assistance may be available

Overview

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered by providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Role : Sr. Staff Computational Physicist

As a Sr. Staff Computational Physicist, you will assist in mentoring our more junior staff while also engaging with other subject matter experts on developing algorithms, codes, and analytical tools to numerically solve complex mathematical models of physical phenomena related to superconductivity.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate input from the scientific computing team on code development, testing, and validation of simulation tools, as well as creation of model pipelines or workflows.
• Communicate iteratively and regularly with the simulation team, physicists, engineers, and organizational leadership to determine development requirements and report on progress.
• Develop physics-based mathematical models and / or improve upon existing models for the accurate description of superconductivity, electromagnetism, and quantum-mechanical systems.
• Document methods and results in technical papers and presentations; document code for users and other developers.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is proficient with state-of-the-art scientific computing methods, experience in joint experimental-theory collaborations, and experience with models of superconductivity. Strong candidates demonstrate scientific curiosity and are excited to participate in the evolution of new technologies and can effectively communicate their own knowledge to others.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Location & Travel

This position requires 100% work on site at our Linthicum, MD location and / or our Annapolis Junction, MD location. 10% travel required.

Equity and Compensation

Primary Level Salary Range : $217,300.00 - $325,900.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http : / / www.northropgrumman.com / EEO.

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