QuEra Computing, Inc.
quantum computing
OpticalEngineer
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“Optical Engineer at QuEra Computing, Inc.. Skills: optical engineering, designing, building, and testing optical systems, laboratory skills, Zemax simulation, CAD design. design, build, and test optical sub-systems, modules, and components supporting QuEra’s neutral atom computers through the full development lifecycle (R&D, productization, maintenance, and beyond). Execute hands-on laboratory work—assembly, alignment, cleaning, and characterization of optical systems”
What You'll Achieve.
building state-of-the-art, manufacturable, and deployable neutral atom quantum computers; accelerating the company’s technology leadership; translating the company’s scientific breakthroughs into products delivered to customers
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting technical issues
support off-site installations at customer locations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
B. S. in optics, optical engineering, applied physics, or a closely related field, 2-5 years work experience designing, building, or testing optical and opto-mechanical systems in a non-academic (industry, national lab, FFRDC or similar) environment with enterprise engineering practices, system-level design skills, Zemax simulation skills, CAD design skills (e. g. Inventor, Solidworks), Working knowledge in several of the areas of Free-space optics, Fiber optics, Modulators, Electro-optics, Lasers, Optical system characterization and testing, hands-on laboratory skills (e. g. assembly, alignment, cleaning, testing), Experience contributing to the design of scientific instruments and apparatuses, or to bringing optical systems from concept to production, Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, documentation skills
Nice to Have
M. S. preferred
What You'll Do.
and test optical sub-systems
and components supporting QuEra’s neutral atom computers through the full development lifecycle (R&D
Execute hands-on laboratory work—assembly
and characterization of optical systems
contribute to engineering documentation
and continuous improvement initiatives
support cutting-edge R&D and help translate scientific advances into the next generation of products
troubleshooting technical issues at company headquarters
support off-site installations at customer locations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with senior engineers and physicists; Coordinate with the R&D/science team; support off-site installations at customer locations (in coordination with the local support team)
Communication Scope
communication skills
Full Job Description
Optical Engineer The Hardware Engineering Group at QuEra Computing is seeking strong candidates for an Optical Engineer to serve as an individual contributor to the company’s mission of building state-of-the-art, manufacturable, and deployable neutral atom quantum computers. The Hardware Engineering Group plays a crucial role in accelerating the company’s technology leadership and translating the company’s scientific breakthroughs into products delivered to customers. To accomplish this mission, we are looking to hire a candidate with an undergraduate or graduate-level education in optics, optical engineering, or applied physics, paired with hands-on experience designing, building, and testing optical systems. The ideal candidate will combine a solid fundamental understanding of optics with strong laboratory skills and a desire to grow as an engineer within an enterprise engineering environment. Key Job Responsibilities Collaborate with senior engineers and physicists to design, build, and test optical sub-systems, modules, and components supporting QuEra’s neutral atom computers through the full development lifecycle (R&D, productization, maintenance, and beyond). Execute hands-on laboratory work—assembly, alignment, cleaning, and characterization of optical systems—and contribute to engineering documentation, design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. Coordinate with the R&D/science team to support cutting-edge R&D and help translate scientific advances into the next generation of products. Assist with troubleshooting technical issues at company headquarters and, as needed, support off-site installations at customer locations (in coordination with the local support team). Qualifications B. S. in optics, optical engineering, applied physics, or a closely related field (M. S. preferred). 2-5 years work experience designing, building, or testing optical and opto-mechanical systems in a non-academic (industry, national lab, FFRDC or similar) environment w
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