Opto-mechanical Engineer (Quantum Computing)

Socket.dev; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Equity package

Life and AD&D insurance

HSA

Job summary

Infleqtion is seeking an Opto-mechanical Engineer to realize precision opto-mechanical subsystems for scalable quantum hardware. You will work with physicists and engineers across the hardware lifecycle to deliver robust modules and maintain design-for-manufacturing standards.

The role requires hands-on optical alignment, lab work, and a willingness to grow in Zemax while using SolidWorks for component design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in optical engineering, mechanical engineering or physics.
• Hands-on optical alignment and lab work experience.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks for component design and basic Zemax interest.

Responsibilities

• Design opto-mechanical subsystems and identify risks and constraints.
• Develop assemblies for lasers, optics, vacuum components, sensors and EOMs.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines through the hardware lifecycle.
• Apply DFM/DAO considerations and perform root-cause investigations in lab.
• Use simulations and experiments to characterize stability, drift, and noise.

Skills

Opto-mechanical design

Optical alignment

Lab work

Experimental rigor

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in optical engineering

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in physics

Tools

SolidWorks

Zemax

Job description

At Infleqtion we solve the world’s most challenging problems using cutting-edge quantum technology. Our mission is to commercialize atom-based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in sensing and computing applications. We are proud to work tirelessly to create and lead the quantum ecosystem towards meaningful advancements today and set the technology roadmap for tomorrow.

POSITION SUMMARY

Within Infleqtion’s Quantum Computing Product Group, the Hardware Engineering Team seeks an Opto-mechanical Engineer as a designer responsible for the realization of precision opto-mechanical subsystems that underpin scalable, high-performance quantum hardware.

The successful candidate willsupportopto-mechanical, module-level designs working closely with physicists and cross-disciplinary engineering teams in a laboratory focused environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Typically, you will be entrusted with:

• Working on opto-mechanical subsystems and supporting identification and escalation of technical risks, trade-offs and constraints.
• Designing components for opto-mechanical integration of precision components and assemblies supporting lasers, optics, vacuum-integrated components, state-of-the-art sensors, high-speed photodetectors, DMDs, SLMs, AODs, and EOMs.
• Collaborating with physicists and optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers through the hardware development lifecycle, from early research demonstrations through integrated, scalable systems.
• Adhering to design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly considerations early in the product lifecycle and performing hands-on root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and laboratory subsystem’s assembly.
• Using high-fidelity opto-mechanical simulations and executing on experimental strategies to characterize optical stability, drift, noise sources, and scaling limits, ranging from back-of-the-envelope calculations to detailed finite element analysis (FEA) encompassing tolerance stack-ups, thermal behavior, structural stiffness, and vibration sensitivity.
• Supporting the transition of opto-mechanical subsystems from research-grade configurations to repeatable, maintainable, and scalable hardware suitable for increased atom counts.
• Advancing current best practices for optical design workflows, laboratory procedures, documentation, and version control.

• Bachelor’s degree in optical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with optical alignment and laboratory work.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks for component design.
• Strong experimental rigor and documentation habits.
• Desire to learn basic Zemax (OpticsStudio).

WE HIGHLY VALUE

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for opto-mechanical setups and lasers.
• A hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and technical accountability.
• Positive, collaborative working style and enthusiasm.

NOTE

• Job responsibilities and requirements are illustrative, other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
• This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

TRAVEL

Up to 10% travel may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment and around technical equipment including computers and lasers. Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and carry up to 40 pounds without assistance. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be properly used in accordance with company requirements.

• Salary range: $130,000 to $155,000 per year
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) match
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment
• Equity Package

Note

• This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations for quantum computing technology. Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

Contact Information

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