NPI Technician - Quantum Sensing Hardware

Matchbox; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-CTRL is seeking an NPI Technician in Sydney to assemble, integrate, and test complex quantum sensing hardware, bridging research and production. You will help define workspace, develop core assembly and test protocols, and build repeatable processes to scale from prototypes to finished products.

You’ll work with engineering and research teams to characterize subsystems, document workflows, and ensure quality standards for manufacturing readiness in a growing, on-site lab environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical background in assembling, integrating, and maintaining complex electromechanical, optical, or instrumentation systems.
• Proactive and self-driven attitude with initiative to improve tools and workflows.
• Methodical, data-driven approach to investigating anomalies and root causes.

Responsibilities

• Hardware Assembly & System Integration: Build and integrate electrical, mechanical, and optical subsystems into complete quantum sensing products.
• Testing & Hardware Characterization: Calibrate and operate test instrumentation to validate performance against criteria.
• Diagnostics & Root-Cause Troubleshooting: Investigate defects and anomalies with R&D engineers to verify corrective actions.
• Process Documentation & Configuration Tracking: Draft work instructions and maintain build/test records.
• Design for Manufacturability Feedback: Identify bottlenecks and suggest tooling improvements for scale.

Skills

Hands-on technical background

Proactive builder mindset

Data-driven troubleshooting

Lab instrumentation literacy

Collaborative communication

Education

Certificate III/IV / Diploma or trade background

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Power supplies

DAQ systems

CAD drawings

Job description

Q-CTRL is seeking an NPI Technician in Sydney to assemble, integrate, and test complex quantum sensing hardware, bridging research and production. You will help define workspace, develop core assembly and test protocols, and build repeatable processes to scale from prototypes to finished products.

You’ll work with engineering and research teams to characterize subsystems, document workflows, and ensure quality standards for manufacturing readiness in a growing, on-site lab environment.