Technical Management Scientist (Nonlinear Optics)
Core
Provide Scientific Engineer Technical Assistance (SETA) in nonlinear optics to achieve orders of magnitude improvement in power efficiency and nonlinear effects for DARPA.
Role type
Senior Technical Management Scientist (Nonlinear Optics)
Builds
Unconventional computing systems and photonic technologies
Domain
Defense, Nonlinear Optics, Integrated Photonics, Unconventional Computing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Technical project management, Technical liaison, Risk mitigation strategy, Program definition, Research solicitation support, Technical report preparation, Stakeholder engagement, Interagency coordination
Preferred skills
Large language model tools proficiency, PhD in Engineering or Science
Technologies
Nonlinear materials, Waveguide design, Analog and digital signal processing, Neural networks
Responsibilities
Lead periodic performer assessments to analyze program, technical and schedule risks; Support government program manager in program definition and pitch preparations; Provide technical guidance on reports, briefings, and performer communications; Conduct program administration including technical analyses, risk management, and cost estimation; Engage with stakeholders in unconventional computing across IC, DoD, and services; Coordinate interagency activities with IC, DoD, DoE, DoC.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management oversight
