Integrated Photonics Engineer I

technergetics; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Technergetics in Rome, NY seeks an Integrated Photonics Engineer I to contribute to research and development of photonic devices for quantum information applications. The role involves working under senior engineers, performing design, simulation, and integration tasks on-site at AFRL and Innovare Advancement Center.

The position targets entry-level engineers with a Bachelor's in physics or related field, a foundational knowledge of quantum optics, and a willingness to learn photonic design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, or closely related technical field.
• 1 year of professional or research experience; internships or coursework welcomed in place of experience.
• Basic familiarity with photonic device design concepts from coursework, research, or lab work.
• Willingness to learn photonic device design software on the job.
• Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research to develop key components of a wide-area quantum network under senior engineers.
• Assist design, simulation, and optimization of integrated photonic devices and circuits for QIP, sensing, and communication.
• Support design of photonic circuits that support quantum algorithms and protocols.
• Assist integration of photonics with light sources, detectors, and control systems.
• Support system-level design for data transfer, processing, and quantum entanglement.

Skills

Photonic device design

Quantum optics basics

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn software

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics or closely related field

Tools

Lumerical

COMSOL

ADS

Job description

Position: Integrated Photonics Engineer I

Position Details

Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 annually.

Location (Non-Negotiable)

This is an on-site, full-time exempt, entry-level role based in Rome, NY, with work performed at AFRL and the Innovare Advancement Center at the Rome Griffiss Institute campus, working under the guidance of more senior engineers.

Candidates must be located, or re-locate, within a commutable distance to Rome, NY by their agreed upon start date.

Eligibility

Due to the clearance required for this position, only U.S. citizens are eligible to apply; as outlined in Executive Order 12968: Access to Classified Information, eligibility for access to classified information may only be granted to employees who are United States citizens.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist with independent and team-based research to develop and advance key components of a wide-area, heterogeneous quantum network, under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist with the design, simulation, and optimization of integrated photonic devices and circuits tailored for quantum information processing, sensing, and communication applications
• Support senior engineers in designing photonic circuits that support quantum algorithms and protocols
• Assist with the integration of photonics with light sources, detectors, and control systems
• Support system-level design and optimization tasks for data transfer, processing, and quantum entanglement in integrated photonics setups
• Observe and assist with the tape-out process for integrated photonic circuits under the direction of more senior engineers and fabrication teams
• Participate in the design and testing of integrated photonic devices, learning to use photonic simulation software (e.g., Ansys Lumerical, COMSOL, or similar)
• Learn and begin using layout software (e.g., GDSFactory, KLayout, or similar) to support the design of integrated photonic circuits
• Develop foundational expertise in integrated photonics and quantum technologies through hands-on work and mentorship

Education and Certifications

This project requires at minimum a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physics, applied physics, or closely related technical field.

Required Qualifications

• 1 year of professional or research experience; relevant internship, thesis, or coursework-based project experience is welcomed in place of professional experience
• Basic familiarity with photonic device design concepts, gained through coursework, research, or lab experience
• Willingness to learn photonic device design software (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, ADS, or equivalent) on the job
• Foundational knowledge of quantum optics and quantum information science, gained through academic coursework
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn integrated photonics fabrication and testing concepts

Desired Qualifications

• Exposure to integrated photonics fabrication concepts through academic or internship project experience
• Familiarity with optical testing and characterization techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, microscopy, or interferometry)
• Coursework or project experience touching quantum algorithms, quantum computing, or quantum communication
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a collaborative, mentorship-driven team environment

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a background check and security investigation and must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for, at minimum, Secret access to classified information.

Travel

This position is not expected to require travel.

Benefits

• Our benefits package includes health, life, disability, dental, and vision insurance coverage and a 401(k) policy with a 3% company contribution & 3% company match.
• Other perks include generous Paid Time Off (including a PTO "gift day" for your birthday), 11 Federal Holidays per year, three weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, and annual technology "allowances".
• Even more perks include referral bonuses, professional recognition awards, healthcare stipends, tuition/education reimbursement (once specific requirements are met), and flexible daily start and stop times for most projects and positions.

Company Description

Technergetics is a US-based company headquartered in Utica, NY, with employees and clients located throughout the country. The Utica/Rome area is a hub of cutting-edge cyber technology research, bolstered by the Griffiss Business & Technology Park's tenants and facilities, including the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL). At Technergetics, we work with a wide variety of technologies, including mobile and web apps, Quantum computing