Advanced Optics Engineer - 938

Utilicom; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 131,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Flexible work arrangements

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, &

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO is seeking an Advanced Optics Engineer to design, assemble, align, and test high-precision optical subassemblies for quantum computer systems. You will contribute to R&D, prototype builds, production readiness, and documentation to ensure robust performance and long-term reliability.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in optics or photonics, hands-on experience with laser systems, metrology, and opto-mechanical assembly, and a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in Optics, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• U.S. Person required due to contractual requirements.
• National security considerations restrict non-U.S. nationals.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, assemble, align, characterize, and validate complex optical subassemblies and systems.
• Perform optical characterization and metrology including measurements of power, phase, frequency, polarization, stability, and frequency noise.
• Troubleshoot optoelectronic systems and implement corrective actions to improve performance and manufacturing readiness.
• Collect, analyze, graph, interpret, and present experimental data to support engineering decisions.
• Support prototype development, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation and test records.

Skills

Optics design

Laser characterization

Metrology

Precision alignment

Opto-mechanical assembly

System integration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Zemax

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking an Advanced Optics Engineer in our Broomfield, CO location to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, assembling, aligning, integrating, characterizing, and testing advanced optical systems used in Quantinuum's quantum computers. This role supports research and development, new product introduction, prototype builds, optical characterization, system integration, documentation development, and production readiness activities. You will ensure that optical systems meet technical specifications, performance requirements, quality standards, and long-term operational reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in optical system design and integration, laser characterization, optical metrology, precision alignment, opto-mechanical assembly, and engineering problem solving.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, assemble, align, characterize, and validate complex, high-precision optical subassemblies and optical systems.
• Perform optical characterization and metrology, including measurements of optical power, phase, frequency, polarization, stability, and frequency noise.
• Troubleshoot optical and optoelectronic systems, perform root cause failure analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve product performance and manufacturing readiness.
• Collect, analyze, graph, interpret, and present experimental and production data to support engineering decisions and design improvements.
• Support prototype development, sustaining engineering activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation, test reports, and design records in accordance with production standards.
• Participate in manufacturability improvements by documenting build and test procedures for optical assemblies
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and quality standards during all engineering activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in Optics, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or worker granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• Strong knowledge of optical and electrical laboratory equipment, including lasers, fiber optic components, acousto-optic and electro-optic modulators, precision optical instrumentation, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, frequency counters, and related test equipment.
• Hands-on experience designing, integrating, aligning, characterizing, and testing optical and laser systems in laboratory or manufacturing environments.
• Experience designing, integrating, aligning, characterizing, and testing free-space and fiber-coupled optical or electro-optical systems, including optical subassemblies, fiber fusion splicing, optical fiber handling, and precision opto-mechanical assembly, with demonstrated ability to support reliable long-term system operation.
• Experience using optical design and mechanical CAD software such as Zemax, SolidWorks, or equivalent engineering tools.
• Experience creating and maintaining engineering documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), test plans, engineering change documentation, configuration management records, and working from engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple technical priorities in a fast-paced research and manufacturing environment.

The pay range for this role is $131,353 $165,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you'll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What's in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
• Equity opportunities
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discount programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website .

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.