Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF19774
The Role
As a Scientist – Experimental Physicist, you will contribute directly to the development and delivery of electro‑optical and infrared (EO/IR) science capabilities that support critical UK defence programmes.
Day‑to‑day, you’ll undertake experimental measurement campaigns, analyse EO/IR data, develop and validate novel characterisation techniques, and support laboratory and field trials aligned to customer delivery and future capability development.
Your responsibilities
* Delivering and analysing materials characterisation measurements across the EO/IR spectrum
* Undertaking laboratory and field‑based multi‑sensor measurements using cameras, radiometers and related instrumentation
* Designing and executing experimental measurement strategies in line with British or Defence Standards
* Analysing and correlating experimental data against modelled predictions
* Delivering and leading technical EO/IR tasks aligned to programme and customer requirements
* Supporting laboratory management activities including calibration, assurance, training and capability maintenance
Essential experience
* Strong understanding of electro‑optics and light‑matter interactions
* Hands‑on experience with spectrometers or spectrophotometers including UV‑VIS‑NIR or FTIR systems
* Experience working with EO/IR imaging systems such as radiometers or spectroradiometers
* Programming and data analysis skills, ideally using MATLAB
* Practical experience of experimental design and data interpretation
* Ability to write clear technical reports and communicate findings effectively
Essential qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.
At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state‑of‑the‑art facility, with high‑energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.
Our Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
* Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
* Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
* We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
* Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community
Eligibility and Vetting
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
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