Quantum Sky is searching for a Scientific Programmer/Analyst to work on different aspects of state-of-the-art modeling and simulation activities. The position is in the Santa Barbara, CA office.
Responsibilities:
- Job duties include technical research and analysis, programming, software engineering, modeling complex systems, and algorithm development on existing and new programs.
- This person will work with a team of scientists, engineers, and software specialists to produce innovative new capabilities and services based on existing products and application suite.
Required:
- BS, MS or PhD with strong technical fundamentals preferably in physics, engineering, mathematics, computer, or physical sciences fields with skills that can transfer to our focus areas.
- Focus areas include sensors, satellites, space physics, network analysis, materials, artificial intelligence/computer vision, statistics, and computer science and computational topics including quantum computing.
- Ability to successfully work in a team environment and possess good communication skills.
- Some US travel by commercial air may be required to attend meetings and present project results.
- In addition to a strong technical background, we can use good programming skills, C++ and object-oriented experience, problem solving approach development, requirements analysis, software and technical testing, reading and writing documentation.
- Desirable to have experience or familiarity with electro-optical sensors and systems, radar systems, satellite operations and communications, or cyber security, MS Office and Visual Studio.
- Ability to work on site at the Santa Barbara, CA location.
- Applicant must be a US Citizen and willing to apply for security clearance.
Compensation:
- Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $100,000-$150,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Benefits:
- Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.
The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.
At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?
Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a physical science field
- Strong technical fundamentals applicable to the employer’s focus areas
- Ability to work successfully in a team environment
- Good communication skills
- Good programming skills, including C++ and object-oriented programming
- Problem-solving and solution-development skills
- Requirements analysis experience
- Software and technical testing experience
- Ability to read and write technical documentation
- Ability to work onsite in Santa Barbara, California
- US citizenship
- Willingness to apply for a security clearance
- Experience or familiarity with electro-optical sensors and systems
- Experience or familiarity with radar systems
- Experience or familiarity with satellite operations and communications
- Experience or familiarity with cybersecurity
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Visual Studio
Quantum Sky Engineering LLC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
Quantum Sky is a Reston, Virginia-based mission technology company, formerly Tyto Athene, that delivers secure, AI-enabled and quantum-ready capabilities to defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Its work spans enterprise IT, network engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, software, post-quantum cryptography, and applied quantum technologies, helping customers modernize critical systems, protect mission data, and achieve faster, more resilient decision-making across complex, high-consequence missions.
