Optical Bench Integration Technician

Ionq; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 68,456 - 82,661; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Unlimited PTO and paid holidays

401(k) matching

Parental/adoption leave

Legal insurance

Home technology stipend

Job summary

IonQ in Broomfield, Colorado, is seeking an Optical Integration Technician. You will play a critical role in the production of optical communication terminals, focusing on the integration of mechanical and optical components while maintaining high standards of quality control.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of assembly experience, strong manual dexterity, and proficiency with optical components and tooling. Join IonQ and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing space communication technology.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an assembly environment.
• Strong preference for experience with optical components.
• Experience with mechanical and optical bonds & adhesives.

Responsibilities

• Integrate mechanical and optical components.
• Perform initial optical alignments and quality control.
• Troubleshoot problems with engineering teams.

Skills

Manual dexterity for working with small precision components

Strong verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of ESD and laser safety procedures

Computer literacy in Microsoft Office

Tools

Torque-limiting tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

IonQ, Inc. (NYSE: IONQ) is a world‑leading quantum platform and merchant supplier delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. Its newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, has helped customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services and AstraZeneca achieve 20× performance results in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two‑qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.

About Skyloom

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow’s space communication infrastructure, providing data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete—or if working on space lasers excites you—join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Location

This role will be based onsite at our Broomfield, Colorado office. Travel: None. Job ID: 1641.

The Role

The Optical Integration Technician plays a critical role in the production of Skyloom optical communication terminals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, initial integration of mechanical and optical components, initial optical alignments, quality control, manual dexterity work with small precision components, following work instructions, developing new procedures, performing quality control measurements and inspections, and working closely with mechanical and optical engineering teams to troubleshoot problems and develop processes.

Core Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in an assembly environment.
• Strong preference for experience with optical components.
• Excellent manual dexterity for working with small, precision components.
• Ability to follow complex work instructions.
• Strong verbal communication, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience with optic cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of ESD and laser safety procedures.
• Experience with torque‑limiting tools, micrometers, and calipers.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
• Data entry for tracking and quality control.
• Scripting skills.
• Ability to follow cleanroom protocols.
• Maintains a clean & organized workspace.
• Familiarity with quality control and compliance procedures.
• Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings.
• Mission‑driven and team oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical and optical bonds & adhesives.
• Enthusiasm to work with engineering to improve/develop procedures and offer suggestions.
• Technical writing ability for improving work instructions & providing feedback.
• Demonstrated experience in a high‑volume production environment.
• Identifying a quality/procedure issue and working with engineering to find a resolution.
• Experience with alignment and metrology tools such as shearing interferometers, optical power meters, infrared cameras and sensors, interferometers for surface quality and wave‑front error measurements.

Compensation

The approximate base salary range is $68,456 – $82,661. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer.