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Michael Galik

Arlington,VA

Summary

Driven and dedicated Quantum Applied Scientist with strong experience in systems engineering and experimental design. Operates as the primary experimentalist for Leidos' Quantum Incubator's quantum sensing initiatives, contributing to innovative solutions in photonic integrated circuits and CubeSat adaptations. Eager to contribute to NASA's mission to advance human space flight and scientific discovery

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Quantum Applied Scientist

Leidos
Arlington, VA
01.2025 - Current
  • Operates as the primary experimentalist for the Quantum Incubator's rubidium-enabled quantum sensing initiatives.
  • Designs and develops custom components to support the testing of photonic integrated circuits.
  • Assists in the adaptation of quantum sensors to CubeSat platforms for future space deployment.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across corporations to address hardware challenges for free-space quantum communication.
  • Plans experimental procedures and optimization steps for various cold atom and optical setups.
  • Documents and communicates research steps to physical and remote team members.

Undergraduate Researcher

University of San Diego - Quantum Hydrodynamics Lab
San Diego, CA
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Constructed and optimized the optical setup for a 3D magneto-optical trap, resulting in the successful production of a Bose-Einstein condensate.
  • Utilized cloud-based quantum matter software to study quantum turbulence and hydrodynamics.
  • Automated control and data acquisition processes to expedite experimental workflows.
  • Performed system calibration and diagnostics of lasers, vacuum, and magnetic field subsystems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Physics

University of San Diego
San Diego, CA
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Astronomy And Astrophysics

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY

Skills

  • Data collection & analysis
  • Experimental design
  • Systems engineering
  • Research presentation
  • CAD (SolidWorks, Autodesk)
  • Programming (Python, MATLAB)
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Self management

Timeline

Quantum Applied Scientist

Leidos
01.2025 - Current

Undergraduate Researcher

University of San Diego - Quantum Hydrodynamics Lab
06.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Physics

University of San Diego

Bachelor of Science - Astronomy And Astrophysics

University of Wyoming
Michael Galik