Physicist
Description
The qualified Engineer / Scientist will be part of a strong team of scientists and engineers in our San Diego office committed to addressing some of our nation's most challenging defense problems. The candidate will be tasked with harnessing vast amounts of high-quality ocean data to develop theories and solutions for application in the area of Maritime Domain Awareness. The role requires the use of physical and mathematical principles for the development of algorithms to extract information from radar, infrared, and visible band sensor data.
Primary Responsibilities
• Develop innovative signal processing algorithms and data analysis techniques.
• Analyze ocean data from multiwavelength sensors.
• Model relevant ocean phenomenology using physical principles.
• Perform signal detection and characterization.
• Create efficient implementations of solutions in software.
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• Document results for customers and present results at meetings.
• Work collegially within a talented team of peers.
Basic Qualifications
• Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
• Intense interest in algorithm development, large dataset analysis, complex data phenomenology, signal detection and characterization, hydrodynamics, and physical oceanography.
• Strong analytical skills in the areas of detection and estimation theory, linear algebra and matrix computations, spectral analysis, mathematical modeling, and algorithm and software design.
• Fluency in MATLAB or similar data analysis package.
• Proven track record of innovation, problem solving, and successful technical results.
• Be self-motivated and a team player, ready for a fast-paced environment and high expectations.
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Top Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
• Additional software experience such as C, C++, shell scripting, Perl, Java, Python, MPI, Cuda.
• Experience with public speaking, client interaction, customer presentations, research documentation, task planning and scheduling.
• Current US Government Top Secret security clearance
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Original Posting:
August 15, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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