DEPARTMENT MANAGER OF COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS

Company: HRL Laboratories, LLC
Location: Malibu
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art.
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General Description:HRL is seeking a self-motivated scientist / engineer with excellent communication and leadership skills to serve as the Department Manager of Computational Physics. In this position, the candidate will be the primary line manager for the department containing multiple groups in areas including quantum theory and simulation, quantum optoelectronics, quantum software, and device modeling. The role consists of roughly 30% management and 70% technical contributions.Essential Duties:

• Management duties include managing resources (e.g. allocating team personnel to projects), talent acquisition (e.g. recruiting), performance management through informal and formal feedback, and additional department-wide, lab-wide, and HRL-wide assignments (e.g. strategic planning for capital investments).
• The department manager will work closely with the Vice President for the Materials and Microsystems Laboratory and with key technical leaders within the department on a wide range of tactical and strategic development efforts.
• Technical contributions (through direct technical work and/or technical project leadership) should be aligned with the skills and capabilities of the department in one or more of the following areas: quantum architecture, quantum characterization/verification/validation methods, quantum control software, semiconductor and superconductor device modeling, and quantum optoelectronics.
• Technical and managerial duties require candidate to present details of work to colleagues during design/code reviews, create and manage work plans to meet or exceed schedule deadlines, and provide written and oral summaries of work performed as needed (e.g. for reports).Required Skills:
• At least 5 years of experience in a role involving leadership of highly trained technical staff.
• Demonstrated experience with successful resource allocation and management. Experience with line management functions, such as drafting of job descriptions, hiring staff, and providing critical feedback to staff.
• More than 10 years of experience in one or more of the technical areas outlined above, preferably in a research and development environment.Required Education:MS or PhD in physics, applied physics, computer science, or related scientific field.Physical Requirements:Proficiency in use of computers, programming technical simulation software, software development, oral and written communication, interaction with vendors/colleagues and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ability to work well in a team and independently.Special Requirements:
• US Citizenship required.
• Must have or be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance.Compensation:The base salary range for this full-time position is $177,400 - $221,800 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics during the hiring process.HRL offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment.
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