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Job · Boulder, CO · Full time

Sr. Photonics Research Engineer

Sri International · Science & Technology · $437.9M budget · 1,647 staff · Since 1946

Why Sri International

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Develops scientific research to improve safety, health, and productivity.

  • Information and computing sciences (ics) performs scientific research to create solutions to pressing problems related to national security and human health by leveraging artificial intelligence, speech and natural language, perception and visual sciences, computational biology, robotics, and cyber security. Pushing…$69.7M spent in FY2024
  • The integrated systems and solutions division (insys) develops and transitions technology and intellectual property from lab demonstrations to fielded, supported systems by leveraging a disciplined system engineering approach integrated with certified structured development and quality processes. Our teams design leading-edge…$64.4M spent in FY2024
  • The advanced technology and systems division (atsd) manages complex projects for government and non-government clients from basic research to advanced systems and product development. The division advances scientific research in diverse areas such as chemistry, physics, and materials science; geospatial…$60.9M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$461K–$1.3M
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$433.2M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
1,647
employees
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
74%
of spending
Fine: 74% of spending went to programs; 65% to 75%.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
+1%
of revenue, FY2024
Looks good: revenue was at least expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
5 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 4.9 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1949
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Overview

SRI's Applied Physics Laboratory, in Boulder, CO, has an opportunity for a Sr Photonics Research Engineer with experience as a technical leader in photonic integrated circuits to execute on a variety of projects ranging from optical phased arrays to microwave photonic systems. SRI specializes in developing and transitioning technology from basic research and development (R&D) to fieldable prototypes for both US government and commercial customers. Our Advanced Technology and Systems Division (ATSD) performs research spanning advanced signal processing, robotics, quantum physics, and ocean modeling. This position is on-site in Boulder, CO.

Responsibilities

A successful candidate will contribute to ongoing and future programs with emphasis in optical communications, signal processing, and sensing, to apply their experience as a principal investigator and their advanced knowledge and skills in photonic integrated circuits (PICs) to microwave photonics and/or optical phased arrays. They will work with small to medium sized research teams comprised of multidisciplinary, subject matter expert (SME) engineering professionals with expertise ranging from PICs, stabilized lasers, optical communications, and RF signal processing to quantum sensing, applied mathematics and computer science.

Their contributions will range from technical tasks to leadership roles, such as being a principal investigator for future programs and proposal opportunities. Technical contributions will primarily include system development and testing, fundamental and engineering calculations, simulation and modeling, and other laboratory R&D tasks. Management-level tasks include leading tasks, leading future proposal opportunities, and communicating with clients and SRI senior management.

Qualifications

PhD in electrical engineering, optics, physics or related technical discipline 4+ years related experience that may include industry experience U.S.

Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance due to government contract requirements Experience leading technical projects as a principal investigator Experience leading proposal efforts for US Government funding Demonstrated ability to develop new business with potential customers and familiarity with proposal writing Leading technical presentations and demonstrations Experience simulating and testing PICs, analyzing data, and/or PIC component layout Experience in applying PIC systems to application areas such as optical phased arrays, microwave photonics, optical communication, and/or quantum sensing Proficient in scientific programming e.g., Python, MATLAB, and/or other similar scripting languages Familiarity with process design kits (PDKs) from foundries such as AIM Photonics, Applied Nanotools, and Tower Semiconductor Demonstrated experience working in a team environment and managing time while working on multiple projects Desired: Active DoD Secret clearance Familiarity with automated testing and…

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About Sri International

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