Photonics Reliability Engineer - Scientist 3

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer匹

20 PTO days per year

13 paid company holidays

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Monarch Quantum, a San Diego startup, seeks a Photonics Scientist 3 - Reliability Engineering to build a foundational reliability program. You will act as SME for photonics systems, identify risks, and design rigorous tests while collaborating across mechanical and optical teams.

A self-starter with strong hands-on skills will thrive in this fast-paced environment. The role offers substantial responsibilities, mentorship opportunities, and a pathway to influence product reliability as the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Photonics, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in startup/tech environment
• U.S. person required due to export-controlled information

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for photonic systems within Reliability Engineering
• Identify laser and photonics system risks via component/system analysis and vendor discussions
• Design and execute short/long-term tests to de-risk design decisions; champion laser safety
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering to design modular test stations for long-term reliability testing of lasers and optical components
• Collaborate with optical and mechanical teams to assess system design and manufacturability; propose design changes and trade-offs
• Mentor junior engineers and communicate results to manager and teammates
• Execute complex engineering tasks including planning, data collection, analysis, and documentation
• Maintain data quality, traceability, and conformance to best practices
• Grow competency through mentorship, curiosity, and initiative

Skills

Photonic system failures

Hands-on testing

Python

LabVIEW

Data analysis

Independent work

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Photonics/ Optical Engineering/ Physics

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Monarch Quantum, a San Diego startup, seeks a Photonics Scientist 3 - Reliability Engineering to build a foundational reliability program. You will act as SME for photonics systems, identify risks, and design rigorous tests while collaborating across mechanical and optical teams.

A self-starter with strong hands-on skills will thrive in this fast-paced environment. The role offers substantial responsibilities, mentorship opportunities, and a pathway to influence product reliability as the