Senior Quantum Optics Engineer

Lever, Inc.

Broomfield (CO)

On-site

USD 147,000 - 198,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Employer‑subsidized medical, dental, &

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks a Senior Optics Engineer to design and validate optical subassemblies for quantum computers. You will lead R&D, prototype builds, optical characterization, and production readiness activities, while mentoring junior engineers to meet strict specifications and reliability goals.

The role emphasizes optical system design, laser characterization, and integration expertise, with a strong focus on precision alignment and opto‑mechanical assembly within a

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree minimum.
6+ years’ experience with optical, opto‑mechanical and/or laser systems.
U.S. Person required for contract security reasons.
National security restrictions apply for non‑U.S. nationals.

Responsibilities

Design and validate optical subassemblies used in quantum computers.
Mentor junior engineers and set priorities.
Integrate high-precision optical sub‑assemblies into higher level systems.
Document development processes and ensure production readiness.
Collaborate with customers to meet specifications.

Skills

Optical system design

Laser characterization

Optical metrology

Precision alignment

Opto‑mechanical assembly

Engineering problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PhD or Masters preferred

Tools

Zemax

SolidWorks/CAD

Job description

The role emphasizes optical system design, laser characterization, and integration expertise, with a strong focus on precision alignment and opto‑mechanical assembly within a

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