Quantum Optics Technician — Build Quantum Systems

Oxford Ionics; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Annual performance bonus

Generous annual leave

Private medical and dental insurance

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ, is seeking a Technician to join the Optical Manufacturing team. You will assist with control of parts and hands-on building of sub-assemblies for quantum systems, collaborating with engineers and scientists in a fast-paced lab.

You will perform optical, mechanical and electrical assembly, maintain a safe workspace, and document technical work. This role requires practical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork in a PPE-enabled environment.

Qualifications

• About 3 years of industrial experience in a similar assembly environment.
• Experience following work instructions to complete advanced technical assemblies.
• Comfort working with PPE in an assembly environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the optics team with system builds, upgrades and research projects.
• Provide hands-on support through optical, mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Maintain a tidy and safe lab and workshop environment.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Hands-on assembly

Optical systems

Electrical assembly

Precision assembly

Fibre optics

Vacuum systems

Education

Level 3 engineering apprenticeship

Equivalent industrial experience

Tools

Lasers

Vacuum equipment

Electrical test gear

Job description

Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ, is seeking a Technician to join the Optical Manufacturing team. You will assist with control of parts and hands-on building of sub-assemblies for quantum systems, collaborating with engineers and scientists in a fast-paced lab.

You will perform optical, mechanical and electrical assembly, maintain a safe workspace, and document technical work. This role requires practical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork in a PPE-enabled environment.