Physics and Technology Analyst-Associate Staff
MIT Lincoln Laboratory — Lexington, MA
Posted: 2026-09-26
Job Description
• Conduct individual systems analysis studies of critical Department of War missions, planned capabilities, and emerging technologies within the ISR Systems and Architectures Group.
• Develop physics- and engineering-based models involving sensors, aircraft, satellites, communication systems, navigation, and data exploitation.
• Rapidly learn new technical areas, collaborate with interdisciplinary experts, and break down complex technical problems.
• Prepare and present findings and recommendations to senior Department of War decision-makers, government technology experts, and Lincoln Laboratory colleagues.
• Requires a Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Aeronautics/Astronautics, Engineering, or a related technical field, or a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of experience; MATLAB experience is preferred.
• Requires a background investigation, Secret clearance initially, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance with compartmented program eligibility; U.S. citizenship is required.