Functional Analyst

Ventus Solutions

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Physics or Master's with extensive hands-on experience.
  • Strong background in experimental physics and optics.
  • Experience analyzing scientific research and tech developments.
  • Ability to synthesize complex technical data and conduct literature reviews.
  • Experience with R&D programs or research environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support innovative programs in experimental physics and quantum systems.
  • Evaluate R&D efforts and advise on technical direction.
  • Contribute to national security initiatives through applied science.
  • Synthesize and present complex scientific data to stakeholders.
  • Engage with diverse teams in optics and electronics sectors.

Benefits

  • Onsite work location in Arlington, VA.
  • Limited travel (less than 10%).
  • Opportunity to work on impactful national security projects.
  • Engage with cutting-edge research and technologies.
  • Be part of a veteran-owned small business environment.
Full Job Description
Description

Ventus Executive Solutions is seeking a skilled Functional Analyst to support an innovative program. You will bring deep expertise in experimental physics and quantum systems, enabling evaluation of emerging R&D efforts and advising on technical direction across a diverse portfolio spanning optics and electronics. Join our innovative team and contribute to impactful national security initiatives.

Start Date: September 2026

Work Location: Onsite: Arlington, VA.

Travel: Less than 10%.

Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required, TS/SCI preferred

Required Experience:

  • Ph.D. in Physics (Applied Physics or related discipline), or Master's with significant hands-on experimental experience.
  • Strong background in experimental physics and optics.
  • Demonstrated experience in analyzing scientific research and emerging technologies.
  • Ability to conduct literature reviews and synthesize complex technical data.
  • Experience supporting or interacting with R&D programs or research environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Desired Experience:

  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  1. Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) Physics
  2. Synthetic quantum emitters (quantum dots, color centers)
  3. Microwave superconducting qubits and circuits
  • Experience with:
  1. DoD or similar advanced research programs
  2. First-principles analysis and/or theoretical physics
  3. Technical risk assessment and program evaluation
  4. Engagement with research performers, industry, or academia


Ventus Executive Solutions provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities. VES is a Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).

To find out more about Ventus, visit our website: www.ventus-solutions.com

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