Research Scientist/Computational Physicist

Support nuclear weapons effects simulations, specifically in the areas of radiation hydrodynamics and shock‑hydrodynamics and all associated physics with the development of modeling and simulation tools. Develop new simulated sensors to duplicate the response of fielded systems. Develop analysis and visualization capabilities to turn the simulation results into knowledge. This posting is for multiple levels of physicist and is pending funding.

Primary Responsibilities

Learn the details of nuclear device explosion modeling and simulation with emphasis on radiation hydrodynamics and shock hydrodynamics including the radiation opacity, electron transport, and associated physical processes that govern the expansion of the initial fireball and the entrainment of ambient air and the processes involved in underwater bursts.

Locations

Candidates may be located in San Diego, CA, Springfield, VA, or Albuquerque, NM. Some telework will be considered, but must be willing and able to work in the office alongside more senior staff on a regular basis.

Basic Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, preferably shock physics, plasma physics, or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with 0-10 years experience.
• Experience with radiation transport and/or CFD codes.
• Experience with high performance computing.

Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; candidates with a Top Secret clearance are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• The more experience, the better the candidate. Experience can be in any high performance computing simulation field, but physical and/or sensor simulation preferred.

Pay Range

$107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.