Precision Optics Engineer for Quantum Systems

Utilicom; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 80,800 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum is seeking an Optics Engineer in Broomfield, CO to design, assemble, align, and test optical systems for quantum computer development. You will work with lasers, optics, fiber optics, and precision mechanical assemblies to support prototype builds and manufacturing readiness.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in optics or related fields, strong experience with optical metrology and alignment, and will contribute to documentation and test plans to meet stringent specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• 1+ years of experience in optics, physics, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with optical systems, laser systems, and optical laboratory environments.
• Due to contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green coin holder, or worker 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.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, assemble, align, and characterize complex, high‑precision optical subassemblies and optical systems.
• Integrate prototype and proof‑of‑concept systems involving lasers, optics, fiber optics, electronics, software, and precision mechanical assemblies.
• Perform optical characterization and metrology, including measurements of optical power, phase, frequency, polarization, stability, and noise.
• Troubleshoot optical and opto‑mechanical systems and perform root cause failure analysis to support product improvements and manufacturing readiness.
• Develop, execute, and document optical test plans, characterization procedures, and engineering work instructions.
• Collect, analyze, graph, interpret, and present experimental and production data to support engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering teams and Scientists to develop, validate, and transition new optical technologies into production.
• Support prototype development, sustaining engineering activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation, test reports, and design records in accordance with production standards.
• Package completed optical assemblies and ensure products meet commercial manufacturing quality requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and quality standards during all engineering activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Optical system design

Laser characterization

Optical metrology

Precision alignment

Opto-mechanical assembly

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Zemax

SolidWorks

Job description

Quantinuum is seeking an Optics Engineer in Broomfield, CO to design, assemble, align, and test optical systems for quantum computer development. You will work with lasers, optics, fiber optics, and precision mechanical assemblies to support prototype builds and manufacturing readiness.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in optics or related fields, strong experience with optical metrology and alignment, and will contribute to documentation and test plans to meet stringent specifications.