Monarch Quantum · 2 days ago
Photonics Engineering Technician Level 3
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$30/hr - $45/hr
10+ years expMonarch Quantum is a high-tech company specializing in photonics technology, and they are seeking a Photonics Engineering Technician Level 3. In this hands-on role, you will support the development of complex optical modules by collaborating with engineers to assemble, align, test, and prototype optical systems.
Consumer Electronics
Responsibilities
Align, collimate, and fiber couple a variety of optical components
Assemble compound optical and opto-mechanical subassemblies according to engineering direction
Inspect and monitor material and build quality throughout the assembly process
Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot technical and build-related issues
Support problem analysis and contribute to process improvements
Work in both laboratory and cleanroom environments to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards
Train and mentor junior technicians as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates degree in relevant technical field
10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in startup, R&D, prototype manufacturing, or technology-focused environment
Strong ability to interpret technical requirements, specifications, and documentation
Experience working in laboratory, prototype, or low-volume manufacturing environments
Preferred
Demonstrated experience aligning, collimating, and fiber-coupling optical components
Experience assembling compound optical and opto-mechanical assemblies
Proficiency with common measurement and inspection tools (calipers, multimeters, microscopes, tape measures, hot plates, bake ovens)
Experience soldering small, ESD-sensitive electronic components
Experience cleaning free-space and fiber-optic components
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Clear and effective communication skills when working with engineering teams
Experience with high-complexity assemblies (>200 unique mechanical and electronic parts)
Willingness and ability to learn, evaluate, and help validate new processes and equipment
Experience training technicians across processes at varying levels of maturity
Ability to serve as a subject-matter expert for common lab equipment (e.g., bake ovens, plasma ovens)
Experience with machining tools such as lathes, manual mills, band saws, taps, etc
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
13 paid company holidays
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Company
Monarch Quantum
We’re an integrated photonics company in California building the light engines that power the next era of quantum technology — from advanced computing to precision sensing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase