Optical Integration Engineer

IonQ, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

IonQ, Inc. is seeking an Optical Integration Engineer to join the Quantum Networking team in Bothell, WA, with the option to work a few days remotely. This mid-level, full-time role focuses on integrating optical, mechanical, and electrical components into complex systems.

You will perform precision optical alignment and assembly, follow work instructions, and collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and refine processes. Domestic travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in optical components, aerospace, optical communications, photonics, or precision optics manufacturing.
• Experience in an assembly, integration, or optical alignment environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision optical alignment and integration of components and assemblies.
• Follow and execute work instructions and alignment procedures.

Skills

Optical alignment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Cable routing

Electrical mounting

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Optical Integration Engineer at IonQ, Bothell, Washington, United States (remote). A mid-level full time position in the Quantum Platform - Network & Security team, listed under hardware engineering.

About IonQ: IonQ, Inc . [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation 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 . Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. Location: This role is based at our Bothell, WA office, with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Travel: Up to 25%, domestic. Job ID: 1751 The Role: We are seeking an Optical Integration Engineer to join the Quantum Networking team at IonQ. This critical role entails subsystem integration of optical, mechanical, and electrical components into complex systems. Hands-on experience is required, as well as the ability to follow work instructions, develop new procedures, perform measurements, and work closely with engineering teams to troubleshoot problems and develop processes. Mechanical assembly, optical alignments, electronics mounting, and cable routing experience is ideal. Responsibilities : Perform precision optical alignment and integration of components and assemblies Follow and execute work instructions and alignment procedures Support the de

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of experience in optical components, aerospace, optical communications, photonics, or precision optics manufacturing
• Experience in an assembly, integration, or optical alignment environment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, data entry systems, basic Linux)
• Maintains a clean & organized workspace
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in optical components, aerospace, optical communications, photonics, or precision optics manufacturing
• Experience with optical alignment techniques, bench-top setups, and complex optical systems
• Experience in R&D environments
• Experience with mechanical and optical bonding & adhesives
• Enthusiasm to work with engineering to improve/develop work instructions, providing feedback, and experience in technical writing