**Description** Leidos is looking for our next Senior Research Scientist with expertise in the areas of quantum information science, quantum networking and communication, and quantum computing with a proven track record in developing technology-based approaches that yield novel, innovative capabilities and advance the state of the art. **Primary Responsibilities** + Engaging R&D customers in Defense, National Security, and Intelligence Communities to develop new business opportunities in the areas of quantum information systems, quantum networking and communication, quantum computing, and related technologies. + Support the development of innovative solutions in quantum information theory, quantum networking and communications, and quantum computing. + Develop and prioritize strategic business and technical goals to support future growth in the quantum information systems arena. + Manage and allocate business and technical resources to best position the company for successful capture and execution of R&D projects. **Basic Qualifications** + B.S in Physics, Applied Physics, Material Science or related technical field with 12+ years of prior relevant experience, M.S degree with 10+ years of prior relevant experience, or Ph.D. with 8+ years of experience (Ph.D. preferred) + Industrial/academic experience advancing the state-of-the-art in quantum systems research through the delivery of demonstrated technical solutions to challenging national security problems. + Research experience and experimental background in one or more of the following areas: quantum optics, quantum entanglement, photonics, quantum communications, quantum information science, quantum sensing, and/or quantum computing. + Experience executing R&D work for Government customers + Experience in a physics, optics, or material science laboratory environment + Excellent written and oral skills in communicating technical information with an ability to present complex technical information clearly and coherently + Ability to work in a Fast-paced environment. + Must be a U.S. Citizen + Proven research record, preferably with technical publications **Preferred Qualifications.** + Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Material Science or related technical field + Proven track record in proposing, winning, and executing R&D work for DoD and Intel Agencies (including DARPA and IARPA). + Strong customer understanding and proven history of relationship building in the Defense, National Security, and Intelligence communities + Experience building and running a physics, optics, or material science laboratory + Knowledge of various scripting and programming languages + Knowledge of networking fundamentals at all OSI layers, network security protocols and architectures, modern cryptography theory, algorithms, and implementations **Original Posting Date:** 2025-01-27 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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. REQNUMBER: R-00152173 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.