Technical Advisor - Physics

ECS is seeking a Technical Advisor - Physics to work in our Arlington, VA office Please Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding.

ECS provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in a dynamic environment pursuing impactful and cutting-edge research. We're seeking Physicists with experience in a DoD environment to join our team in support of the DARPA mission. We are searching for someone to focus on new program development and analysis support for ongoing program management.

• Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Analysis of emerging science and technology R&D opportunities.
  • Conducting first-principles analysis.
  • Generating briefing materials and agency documents.
  • Program management at all stages over the program life cycle.
• Candidates must display:
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Outstanding verbal/written communication skills.
  • Ability to work on tasks quickly, efficiently, and independently.
  • Collaborate in a team atmosphere.
  • Passion for science, technology, and learning different disciplines.

• Active DoD secret clearance or the ability to obtain.
• Master's degree with 10+ years of industry experience.
• Conversant in topics including quantum optics, physical chemistry, high-energy/particle physics, and AMO (atomic, molecular, optical) physics.