Mechanical Technician — Quantum Hardware with Equity

QuEra Computing, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Mechanical Technician to support the Hardware Engineering team in building and maintaining quantum computer systems.

You will advise on designs, fabricate, assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical and fluid subsystems, turning in-house knowledge into repeatable procedures for contract manufacturers. You'll work with mechanical, electrical, and optical engineers and physicists on live machines, driving safety, measurability, and repeatability in

Qualifications

• 2-5 years as a mechanical technician or mechanical assembler.
• Experience with fluid systems (1/8" - 1/2" dia), machined part fabrication and assembly, and small electronics buildup.
• Ability to be coached and quickly learn new skills.
• Basic understanding of machining practices and processes.
• Organized and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Able to lift 50 lb, work on ladders and spend most of the day on your feet in a lab.

Responsibilities

• Machine and module assembly: build and integrate mechanical subassemblies; perform precision assembly to documented procedures; support installation and rework on operating machines.
• Test, inspection, and troubleshooting: execute pressure and leak tests; diagnose mechanical and fluid-system problems; support root-cause investigations.
• Fabrication and prototyping: run the mechanical development room and machine shop; machine fixtures and one-off parts; keep the shop organized and train others.
• Manufacturing and contract-manufacturer support: create build-ready travelers and fixture designs; perform incoming and first-article inspection; travel to contract manufacturers to train technicians.
• Lab infrastructure and safety: maintain lab mechanical infrastructure; enforce safety practices; mentor junior technicians and co-ops.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Fluid systems

Shop organization

Documentation

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

CNC programming

Job description

QuEra Computing, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Mechanical Technician to support the Hardware Engineering team in building and maintaining quantum computer systems.

You will advise on designs, fabricate, assemble, test, and troubleshoot mechanical and fluid subsystems, turning in-house knowledge into repeatable procedures for contract manufacturers. You'll work with mechanical, electrical, and optical engineers and physicists on live machines, driving safety, measurability, and repeatability in