IonQ · 23 hours ago
Cable and Harness Engineer
Bothell, Washington, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $131K/yr
3+ years expIonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. As a Cable and Harness Engineer, you will integrate various components in optics, electronics, and RF, while optimizing and enhancing quantum computer systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement an aesthetic bundling standard for our existing harnesses to maximize visual quality and customer acceptance of the final product
Triage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Discrepancy Reports (DRDBs), and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for the Routed Systems team. Determine the impact of changes and document harness and connection requirements, including shielding and grounding requirements
Collaborate with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, optical engineers, and physicists on cross-functional solutions
Coordinate the activities of contract routed systems designers. Define routed systems deliverables for each project, make sure they are achieved on time and on budget, and assure that individual workloads are balanced
Use your knowledge of cable types, connector types, and harness materials to identify opportunities for value engineering
Support the entire lifecycle of subsystems and harnesses, including fabrication, troubleshooting, and testing; drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions based on documented failure analyses and equipment failures
Create technical documentation as required
Partner with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to identify areas of improvement, update drawings to eliminate supplier escapes, support vendor questions, and support MRB processes
Follow processes and procedures in compliance with our QMS, consistent within industry standards (eg TL9k)
Meet business Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience
3+ years of hands-on experience designing, fabricating, and/or testing wiring harnesses, preferably for scientific applications
Detailed and hands‐on knowledge of fabrication processes and workmanship criteria for cable harnesses in accordance with IPC/WHMA-A-620A
Technical expertise in capabilities, selection and qualification of components used in electrical and optical cable harness designs. Components include connectors, backshells, wire, contacts, splices, solder, overshields
Ability to read and understand datasheets for electronic components
Familiarity with mechanical CAD software tools such as SolidWorks
Must have good communication skills and be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Experience with engineering oversight of integration of harnesses for complex electrical and optical systems
Experience leading teams of engineers in harness design and development from project inception to hardware delivery
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Matching 401K
Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
Parental/adoption leave
Legal insurance
A home internet stipend
Pet insurance
Company
IonQ
IONQ offers enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for businesses seeking to harness the power of quantum computing in their operations.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Heights Capital ManagementSamsung Catalyst FundCambium Capital Partners
2025-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $2B
2025-07-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-03-10Post Ipo Equity· $372.6M
Leadership Team
Marco Pistoia
CEO, IonQ Italia
Niccolo de Masi
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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