Senior Optics Technician, Quantum Hardware (Oxford)

ionq

Oxford

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

IonQ in Oxford is seeking a Senior Optics Technician to join the Optical Manufacturing team. You will build and commission optics and laser assemblies used in our quantum systems, supporting system builds, maintenance and upgrades alongside technicians, engineers and scientists.

The role requires practical lab experience with lasers and optics, precision assembly, and fibre coupling. Prior testing of high-technology equipment before shipment is valued, and you will work on site five days a week

Qualifications

Practical laboratory experience with lasers and optics.
Experience in precision optical assembly and fibre coupling.
Ability to test high-technology equipment before shipment.
Comfort with working with lasers and optics with minimal supervision.
Experience assembling and testing scientific instrumentation or in industrial operations.
Class 4 laser safety training and PPE familiarity.
Relevant optics or engineering qualifications, or equivalent experience.
Experience in scientific support or commercial research with confident IT use.

Responsibilities

Build and commission optical and laser assemblies.
Support system maintenance and upgrades with engineers and scientists.
Handle high precision components, using microscopes.
Follow drawings and instructions, document work and test equipment before shipment.
Maintain a safe laboratory and workshop environment when working with lasers and optics.