Scientist - Experimental Physicist

QinetiQ

Farnborough, England, United Kingdom
Competitive salary; benefits: matched contribution...
On-site
Electro-optics and light-matter interactions
Spectrometers or spectrophotometers
Eo/ir imaging systems
Contribute directly to the development and delivery of electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) science capabilities that support critical UK defence programmes

Job Summary

  • Contribute directly to the development and delivery of electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) science capabilities that support critical UK defence programmes.
  • Undertake experimental measurement campaigns, analyse EO/IR data, develop and validate novel characterisation techniques, and support laboratory and field trials aligned to customer delivery and future capability development.
  • Join a talented team working on cutting-edge defence technology and ground-breaking innovations in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Matching Summary

Contribute directly to the development and delivery of electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) science capabilities that support critical UK defence programmes.

Salary

Competitive Salary; Benefits: Matched contribution pension scheme, life assurance, generous holiday allowance, Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, employee discount portal, Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • electro-optics and light-matter interactions
  • spectrometers or spectrophotometers
  • EO/IR imaging systems
  • MATLAB programming and data analysis
  • experimental design and data interpretation

Nice-to-have

  • willingness to learn
  • collaboration and open communication
  • diverse and inclusive environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related
  • Eligible for SC clearance

Work Rights

Eligible for SC clearance

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