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Atom Computing · 11 hours ago

Laser Engineering Manager

Boulder, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Atom Computing is a company that builds quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. As Laser Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of laser engineers responsible for designing and developing laser systems for quantum computers, ensuring increased reliability and performance.

ComputerInformation TechnologyProduct Research

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Hire, lead, mentor and manage a team of high-performing laser engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration

Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and upkeep of complex laser systems

Provide guidance and technical expertise for laser and optical projects with the goal of maximizing performance and robustness

Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and budgets, while ensuring cross-functional alignment. Provide clear direction to ensure targets are met and consistent updates to all relevant stakeholders

Manage vendor relationships and procurement of laser components

Oversee the creation of detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports and user manuals

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintaining ongoing communication with technical managers, project leaders, peers and support staff

Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements

Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds

Performs other duties as assigned or required

External speaking and/or customer/partner engagements to align partners with Atom Computing

Qualification

Laser systems designOptical systems expertiseProject managementData analysisTeam leadershipTechnical documentationRecruitingPythonGitZemaxOnshapeSolidworks/CADCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field required

Minimum 10+ years experience (advanced degree inclusive) using and maintaining optical, opto-mechanical and/or laser systems

Minimum of 3 years experience designing and operating laser systems for control of atoms, ions, or solid state emitters

Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early-stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, software engineers and support staff

Expertise with current state-of-the-art lasers/amplifiers (e.g. diode and fiber-based) and nonlinear optical materials, and experience with the characterization, phase-locking, and modulation of optical and laser/amplifier systems

History of producing inventions and patents for laser or optical systems

Experience with data analysis (taking, plotting, analyzing, fitting and interpreting relevant data from optical testing experiments)

Experience with engineering change documentation; ability to work from assembly drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, sketches and other written, visual and oral instructions

Experience and proficiency to manage projects and teams effectively

Ability and passion for recruiting the best Laser Engineers from academia and industry