Test and validation Engineer - 1004

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Student loan repayment

Equity opportunities

Paid time off & holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO seeks a Test and Validation Engineer to de-risk prototype hardware for cryogenic UHV systems. You will work with scientists and engineers to build, operate, and analyze test systems in lab environments.

The role emphasizes turning ambiguous risks into practical test plans, executing tests, and using results to drive design decisions. A strong background in cryogenics, vacuum, optics, and Python for data analysis is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of hands-on lab experience building and operating electronic/optical or vacuum systems.
• U.S. person status required; no dual nationals per security rules.
• Background in cryogenic or AMO physics experiments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate subsystems for cryogenic and ultrahigh-vacuum operation.
• Build and operate prototype test apparatus for cryogenic, vacuum, optical, electronic, and mechanical subsystems.
• Develop test plans to de-risk designs, including success criteria, measurement methods, instrumentation, and data-analysis approaches.
• Analyze test results and synthesize conclusions to inform design iterations.
• Characterize performance, reliability, and failure modes of complex systems.
• Support rapid prototype testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis with engineers.
• Provide day-to-day support for AMO physics lab operations, including setup, maintenance, and safety.
• Document test procedures, results, and recommendations clearly.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Laboratory testing

Collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in physics/engineering

Tools

Cryogenic equipment

Vacuum systems

AMO physics instruments

Optical test equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Test and Validation Engineer in our Broomfield, CO location, to help de-risk critical prototype hardware for cryogenic UHV vacuum systems. This hands-on role will work closely with research scientists, system architects, and design/mechanical engineers to build, operate, and analyze cryogenic, ultra-high-vacuum, optical, and electronic test systems. The ideal candidate is comfortable turning ambiguous technical risks into practical test plans, executing those tests in the lab, and using the results to drive design decisions.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with research scientists, system architects, and design engineers to develop and validate new subsystems compatible with cryogenic and ultra-high-vacuum operation.
• Build and operate prototype test apparatus for cryogenic, vacuum, optical, electronic, and mechanical subsystems.
• Develop test plans to de-risk new designs, including defining success criteria, measurement methods, required instrumentation, and data-analysis approaches.
• Analyze test results and synthesize clear conclusions that inform future design iterations and architecture decisions.
• Characterize performance, reliability, and failure modes of complex systems.
• Support rapid prototype testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis in collaboration with design and mechanical engineering partners.
• Provide day-to-day support for AMO physics laboratory operations, including equipment setup, maintenance, documentation, and safe lab practices.
• Document test procedures, results, and recommendations in a clear, reviewable format.

You Must Have

• Minimum of an associate's degree
• Minimum of 4+ years of direct, hands-on laboratory experience building, maintaining, troubleshooting, and operating electronic systems, complex optical systems, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, or experimental hardware.
• Due to contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or a person 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

• Bachelor's degree or higher in physics, applied physics, or a relevant engineering field such as mechanical, electrical, optical, aerospace, or systems engineering preferred
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute laboratory tests, analyze data, and communicate technical conclusions.
• Experience with cryogenic systems, ultra-high-vacuum systems, optical systems, RF/electrical test equipment, precision mechanical assemblies, or AMO physics experiments.
• Experience designing test fixtures, prototype assemblies, or validation experiments for complex hardware.
• Strong Python skills for data acquisition, automation, analysis, and visualization.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, including the ability to clearly document test plans, results, and recommendations.
• Ability to think critically, solve ambiguous technical problems, and make sound engineering judgments given uncertain or evolving requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a demonstrated ability to work closely with scientists, engineers, technicians, and program stakeholders.
• Experience performing system audits, checkout procedures, or verification activities to ensure intended functionality, operation, and performance requirements are achieved.

Compensation & Benefits

The pay range for this role is $89,000 -- $119,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, p ofessional 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.

• 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.

Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.

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

$89,000 - $119,000 a year