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IonQ · 1 day ago

Senior Staff Optical Engineer - Detection & Readout

Bothell, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$169K/yr - $222K/yr

15+ years exp

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are looking for a Senior Staff Optical Engineer for our Optical and RF Controls team to collaborate with a highly interdisciplinary team to design and build quantum computers. The role involves working through the entire product lifecycle from conceptual design to first engineering units.

ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work in a (small,) cross-functional project team to design, develop and build Optical Imaging and illumination systems

Conceptualize and analyze complex opto-mechanical assemblies, create theoretical models, conduct empirical confirmation & perform computer-assisted simulations

Work with optical and engineering team to integrate the laser and imaging hardware into the quantum computer

Analyze and test product designs. Including development of DOEs, data collection, and data analysis

Provide technical support to Vendors by generating and/or reviewing bills of materials, building documentation, assembly and test fixtures, test procedures, and driving anomalies and non-conformances to closure

Design fixtures, alignment tools and processes to assemble products

Qualification

Optical EngineeringOptical System DesignZemax/Code VOpto-mechanical AssembliesOptical Alignment TechniquesFixture DesignProduct Development LifecycleAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

B.S. in Optical Engineering, Optical Design, or another relevant degree

15+ years of experience designing optical systems

15+ years of experience developing overall product architecture

A strong optical background with fluency in Zemax/Code V (or equivalent) and a solid understanding of dimensioning / tolerancing principles

Experience developing specifications for optical/optomechanical/optoelectronic assemblies

Demonstrated experience in developing systems and processes for optical alignment and metrology for optical elements and optical systems preferred

Knowledge of precision optical/mechanical alignment tools and techniques

Able to contribute to product development road maps and long-term product vision

Good knowledge of fixture design, machine shop capabilities, and manufacturing processes

Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills are required

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, analytic, detail-oriented, possesses quantitative analysis skills, is self-motivated, a great team member, able to proactively communicate with peers at all levels

Familiar with all phases of the product development lifecycle including design verification, design validation, and design transfer

Familiar with Product Lifecycle Management documentation control systems

Able to coordinate activities within organizations to drive deliverables

Excellent organizational skills; Able to manage multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously

Excellent documentation and communication skills

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred

M.S. / PhD. in Optical Engineering, Laser physics, or another relevant discipline

10+ years of industry experience developing optical products

In addition to all of the above, you have experience with performing thermal analysis, shock and vibrational analysis to validate the structural integrity of the unit under test

Knowledge and experience with complex optical systems, lasers, free-space optical systems and components

Experience/success in interacting with suppliers directly, collaboration with supply chain sourcing, fostering partnerships for critical development and risk reduction

Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with customers, suppliers, and in a team environment