Physics jobs in Virginia

Chantilly, Virginia

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Job ID: 2618275 Location: Chantilly, VA, US Date Posted: 2026-10-21 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Specialty Engr Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description ?SAIC is seeking a Launch Integration Engineer to support national security space missions by integrating satellite programs with launch vehicle provid

Full-time

USD 120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year

Internships in Systems, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or Physics

McLean, Virginia

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At MITRE, your passion fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where your skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation, and citizen services. We're a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization working in the public interest. With objectivity and integrity at our core, we lead federally funded research and development centers for U.S. government agencies - collaborating with industry and academia to deliver in

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USD 46,500.00 - 58,000.00 per year

Faculty in Applications of Physics, Data Science and/or Engineering to Particle Accelerators (Tenured, F1117A

Norfolk, Virginia

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Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Faculty in Applications of Physics, Data Science and/or Engineering to Particle Accelerators (Tenured, F1117A Department AI CLUSTER HIRE INITIATIVE Position Number F1117A Job Description The Department of Physics and the Center for Accelerator Science at Old Dominion University invite applicants for a tenured Associate or Full Professor position (depending on experience) in Accelerator Science as part of a multi-position hiring initiative for Applica

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Launch Integration Engineer

Chantilly, Virginia

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Job ID: 2616062 Location: Chantilly, VA, US Date Posted: 2026-08-25 Category: Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Specialty Engr Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes - 25% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Launch Integration Engineer to support national security space missions by integrating satellite programs with launch vehicle providers. Th

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USD 80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

Engineer, Senior

Arlington, Virginia

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Overview As a General Engineer supporting a high-visibility, mission-critical Department of War (DoW) program you will deliver full-spectrum engineering support. Working directly with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), competency leads, and program leadership, you will manage new and existing equipment and systems and develop hands-on technical expertise within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities Be responsible for hands-on testing, troubleshooting, installation, calibration, repair, and

Full-time

USD 100,000.00 per year

Communication Systems Analyst

Springfield, Virginia

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Full-time

USD 173,200.00 - 216,500.00 per year

Computer/Software Engineering Intern (GBS)

Norfolk, Virginia

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Job Description Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance Travel Requirements: None Location: Norfolk, VA SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Computer/Software Engineering Intern (GBS) to support the development, integration, and testing of advanced high-frequency (HF) systems. This position is designed for a motivated student seeking to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering challenges involving electronic systems, RF analysis, and radar technolo

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Associate, Systems Engineering

Forest, Virginia

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trus

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USD 62,000.00 - 115,000.00 per year

Lead Software System Safety Engineer

Dahlgren Center, Virginia

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Location: Dahlgren Center, VA Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $160,000.00 USD Annually Description: Position: Lead Software System Safety Engineer Location: Dahlgren, VA Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Software System Safety Engineer to support the development, analysis, and verification of safety-critical software systems. This role requires expertise in software system safety, hazard analysis, risk assessment, and software development processes within complex engineer

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USD 100,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year

Rust Software Engineer

Reston, Virginia

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About Metron Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply

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Aerospace Engineer III

Arlington, Virginia

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Overview The Aerospace Engineer position is a full-time exempt position. The individual will support the development and implementation of physics based modeling and simulation tools to support aerospace system design and analysis, perform engineering trade studies, and performance assessments. The individual will report to the Program Manager. Responsibilities Develop simulation models and software for aerospace or weapon system applications.Perform GNC analysis, trajectory analysis, and/ or

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Astrodynamics Engineer

Chantilly, Virginia

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Position Title: Astrodynamics Engineer Position Type: Full-time, On-site Location: Chantilly, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly Waypoints client is seeking an Astrodynamics Engineer.Those qualified will possess the following: Job Functions: Work with our modeling and simulation team to conduct a wide variety of analyses in support of government satellite programs in all types of Earth orbits Depending on their interests and skills the applicant may work on one or more of: Strategies for si

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Mechanical Engineer, Senior

McLean, Virginia

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Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training. Responsibilities Responsible for providing guidance and expertise in mechanical engineering to design complex mechanical equipment and systems, and to investigate, evaluate and develop new applications for existing equipment and systems.Determines theor

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USD 125,000.00 per year

Communications Systems Engineer

Chantilly, Virginia

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Overview VTG is seeking an Communications Systems Engineer, located in Chantilly, Va. What will you do? VTG is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer with strong optical and quantum communications engineering experience to support specialized analysis, engineering, design, and operations for Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We support development of next-generation and far-future national security systems across Defense, Intelligence, and Space Communities.

Full-time

USD 165,000.00 - 195,000.00 per year

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Reston, Virginia

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Staff Optic Engineer (with ZEMAX experience) - Virginia (relo avail) to $180,000

Blacksburg, Virginia

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OPEN JOB: Staff Optic Engineer LOCATION: Blacksburg, Virginia Relocation Assistance Available Interview Travel Reimbursed BASE SALARY: $120,000 to $180,000 INDUSTRY: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense As a Staff Optics Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of advanced fiber-optic, laser, and electro-optic technologies used in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. You will leverage deep expertise in optical sys

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USD 120,000.00 - 180,000.00 per year

Environmental Modeler

Reston, Virginia

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Environmental Modeler Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. The position will be located in either Reston, VA, or Durham, NC, with the potential for remote wor

Full-time

USD 67,355.00 - 114,503.00 per year

Systems Engineer Intern

McLean, Virginia

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Full-time

USD 46,500.00 - 58,000.00 per year

Energy and Sustainability Engineer- Hybrid

Arlington, Virginia

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Title: Energy and Sustainability Engineer Location: Hybrid Role- Crystal City, VA Want to apply your engineering and analytical skills to help individuals and leading organizations save energy and reduce greenhouse gas footprints? You can at ICF. We solve today's most challenging issues facing the energy industry, business and consumers. ICF is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated candidate to support our Climate, Energy, and Transportation line of business. Our associates work on multiple

Full-time

USD 83,000.00 - 85,000.00 per year

Engineer System Safety 3

Dulles Town Center, Virginia

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Location: Dulles Town Center, VA Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly - $80.00 USD Hourly Description: Position: System Safety Engineer Location: Dulles, VA Position Overview We are seeking an experienced System Safety Engineer to support the development, assessment, and verification of safety requirements for complex aerospace and space systems. This role will focus on identifying and mitigating hazards, ensuring compliance with industry safety standards, and supporting mission success throughout the en

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USD 70.00 - 80.00 per hour

Physics jobs in Virginia, USA