Research Assistant

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KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a Temporary (4-months) Research Assistant position at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)in the Quantum Optics Laboratory (QOL). This position will support the conduct of quantum information and quantum computational research at AFIT.  The Research Assistant will aid the research efforts of both AFIT faculty and students within the QOL. The successful candidate will have expert knowledge and experience conducting quantum information research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct quantum information research for AFIT Faculty and Students.

• Facilitate research within AFIT’s Quantum Optics Laboratory.

• Provide quantum programming experience with pyQuil and qiskit.

• Provide technical experience utilizing microwave optics and Class 3b LASERs.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-Site at AFIT, WPAFB, OH

• Travel Requirements: None

• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's in physics with an emphasis on quantum information and quantum computation.

• Experience: 4+ years of research experience.

• Possesses 3+ years of quantum information research experience.

• Possesses quantum programming experience with pyQuil and qiskit.

• Possesses technical experience utilizing microwave optics and Class 3b LASERs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Education: Master's in physics with an emphasis on quantum information and quantum computation.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.