Space Optics Designer & Analyst — Full Lifecycle

IonQ; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 116,736 - 152,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Legal insurance

Home-technology stipend

Job summary

IonQ in Broomfield, Colorado, is seeking an Optical Designer and Analyst to design and optimize optical systems for space‑based communication. The role requires hands-on experience with optical design software and a strong optics background.

Responsibilities include leading the full lifecycle of optical systems, collaborating with multiple engineering teams, and developing design validation strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with experience in high-precision optical instruments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in optical system design, particularly for space-based or high-precision optical instruments.
• Extensive experience with optical design software and mechanical design tools.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful resident for export control compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of optical systems, including design and prototyping.
• Conduct in-depth analysis with optical design software to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate optical subsystems.

Skills

Optical system design

Optics background

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Spanish speaking ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

ZEMAX

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Job description

IonQ in Broomfield, Colorado, is seeking an Optical Designer and Analyst to design and optimize optical systems for space‑based communication. The role requires hands-on experience with optical design software and a strong optics background.

Responsibilities include leading the full lifecycle of optical systems, collaborating with multiple engineering teams, and developing design validation strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with experience in high-precision optical instruments.