Photonics Test Manager - 982

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 162,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Equity

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks a Photonics Test Manager to lead a team of engineers and scientists focused on characterizing photonic devices for trapped-ion quantum computers. This role manages test resources and partners with development teams to deliver timely, accurate data.

We expect 5+ years in hardware-oriented team leadership and 2+ years in optics/photonics, with a Bachelor's degree minimum. U.S. Persons only due to security requirements; PhD/Masters preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• 5+ years leading hardware-focused technical teams.
• 2+ years leading optics/photonics teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and scientists to characterize photonic devices and optical components.
• Scale test and measurement resources to deliver accurate data to development teams.
• Collaborate on photonic roadmaps, technology development, and advanced R&D activities.
• Guide optical R&D from concept to production release on multi-year projects.
• Mentor and develop direct-reporting engineers/scientists.

Skills

People management

Hardware team management

Optics/photonics expertise

Mentoring & coaching

Roadmapping

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We are seeking a Photonics Test Manager in our Broomfield, CO Location. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personnel Manager for a team of engineers and scientists whose charter is to characterize photonic devices and optical components needed for trapped-ion quantum computers
• Manage and scale physical resources for test and measurement to ensure timely delivery of accurate data to development teams
• Collaborate with technical staff on developing photonic roadmaps, technology development, and advanced R&D activities
• Guide and coordinate optical R&D efforts from concept to production release for multi-year projects
• Plan and nurture career development of direct-reporting engineers/scientists through mentoring, coaching, and training
• Implement best practices and behaviors in an R&D environment to ensure quality and requirements are met
• Identify key technologies, innovations, infrastructure, and resources needed to improve optical development capabilities to meet business needs
• Lead in recruiting and retaining high performing technical staff

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum
• Minimum 5+ years of industry experience in managing hardware-oriented technical teams
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience managing optics/photonics teams
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• Ph.D. or Masters in Optics, Applied Physics, or a related field preferred
• Experience with optical projects from concept to production
• 4+ years experience with optical test and measurement preferred
• 2+ experience with integrated photonics device characterization and/or design preferred
• Experience with edge- and grating-coupled integrated photonic measurement systems
• Experience with automation techniques for optical characterization equipment

$162,000 - $218,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits:

Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable

The pay range for this role is $162,000 – $218,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
• Equity opportunities
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discount programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.