Senior Optics Technician

Oxford Ionics; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quantum technology is seeking a Senior Optics Technician. This role involves collaborating on cutting-edge quantum systems, managing stock, and ensuring laboratory safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in lasers, optics, and a strong engineering background. Join us to be part of the future of quantum computing with competitive benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Business Stock Options

Enhanced Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Approx. 3 years of relevant industrial operations experience.
• Experience in laboratory environments with lasers and optics.

Responsibilities

• Build and commission optics and laser aspects of quantum systems.
• Manage stock control and supplier relations.

Skills

Lasers

Optics

Electrical Wiring

Microscope Use

Fine Part Handling

Education

Advanced/Modern Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Engineering

HNC (Level 4) in Engineering

Job description

At Oxford Ionics, we're building the world’s most advanced quantum computers by combining the unmatched potential of trapped-ion technology with modern microwave engineering. As a fast-growing startup at the cutting edge of quantum innovation, we’re looking for smart, passionate people to help shape the future of computing. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.

What to expect:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Optics Technician to join our growing Quantum Infrastructure team and facilitate the company's ongoing growth and future expansion plans. This is a senior role within a highly experienced department.

In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with our existing technical staff on cutting-edge quantum computing systems. You will also support engineers and scientists on system builds, maintenance, upgrades, and research projects. This is a unique opportunity to dive into groundbreaking technology, contribute directly to ambitious technical projects, and build the world's most powerful computers.

What you'll be responsible for:

As a Senior Optics Technician, you will work alongside other technicians and scientists to build and commission the optics and laser aspects of our state of the art quantum systems. Responsibilities may also include managing stock control, handling purchasing and supplier relations, producing technical documentation, and maintaining a tidy and safe lab and workshop environment.

The ideal candidate will be able to take responsibility for tasks with minimal supervision and possess experience in several of the following areas: lasers, optics and fibre-optics, electrical wiring, working from mechanical and electrical drawings, microscope use, and/or fine part handling.

Additionally, formal qualifications such as an Advanced/Modern Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Engineering or an HNC (Level 4) in Engineering, or other similar qualifications would be beneficial. Specific experience working in a scientific support role or in a commercial research environment would also be advantageous.

Essential:

• Relevant industrial operations experience (approx. 3 years).
• Experience working in a laboratory environment requiring the handling of lasers and optics and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to assemble electronic subsystems, including fault finding (e.g. continuity testing).
• Experience of the assembly of high precision and/or delicate parts, optics handling and the use of lasers.
• Some experience of testing high-technology equipment prior to shipping.

Desirable:

• Experience of optical alignment using laser systems.
• Laser safety training to Class 4 laser use.
• Previous experience of assembling and testing scientific instrumentation.
• Strong IT skills.

Oxford Ionics is leading the way in quantum technology, and we need skilled, innovative individuals like you. We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, business stock options, enhanced annual leave, flexible working, private medical and dental insurance for you and your family, and much more. Join us and be part of the future of quantum computing.

Oxford Ionics is committed to equal opportunity for all.