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Optical Systems Integration Lead - 442

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$140,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr We are seeking a highly qualified

Optical Systems Integration Lead

for our

Broomfield, CO

location to join the team developing and releasing the Sol quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a comprehensive optical systems professional with a background development, integration, validation, and system deployment. In this role, they will be responsible for the leading the integration of multiple optical subsystems, guiding the diagnosis of issues, and ensuring performance of the project's entire optical scope. Alongside an interdisciplinary integration team, this role will be instrumental in coordinating teams to achieve on-time integration of multiple subsystems. Candidates should expect to be immersed in a fast-paced, team-based, and challenging technical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Work alongside an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers architecting, integrating, and launching commercial quantum computing systems. Lead the deployment, integration, and test of optical systems to generate, deliver, and measure light into the quantum computer, including low noise lasers, electro-optics, achromatic imaging systems, fiberized beam routing, and single photon counting modules Collaborate with teams of scientists and engineers to troubleshoot and diagnose diverse optical systems and collect data to characterize system performance in a research lab environment. Coordinate development and design projects that validate technologies, methods, alignment, and suppliers that leads to optical systems implementations. Perform design trade studies and analysis with optical system design teams, acting as a primary point of contact for optical system requirements and evaluating that designs will meet performance goals. Organize and document on-going optical system maintenance operations and performance upgrades with system integration team and optical engineering team. Contribute practical and first-hand data to future quantum computer designs involving optical, micro-optical, and photonic systems to deliver and measure light in our next generation quantum computer systems

YOU MUST HAVE:

Bachelor’s Degree minimum Minimum 10+ years’ experience (advanced degree inclusive) with assembly and testing of complex, free-space optical systems 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 5+ years experience with optical design of free-space optical systems, with a proven record of delivering optical solutions from concept to production. Experience with optical design, tolerancing, and analysis resulting in the creation of drawings and specifications Experience working with wavelengths from UV to Infrared Experience architecting complex optical systems, deriving optical system requirements from system-level requirements, and executing engineering trade studies Experience designing, developing, assembling, and troubleshooting optical systems with free-space optics, micro-optics, fiber optics, and/or photonic components Experience debugging and troubleshooting optical and photonic systems Experience with optical modeling software (Zemax preferred, Code V, LightTools, FRED), and CAD software Experience with single photon detectors Demonstrated track record of mentoring junior colleagues in integration best practices and optical design methodologies

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, driving breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-generation quantum AI. With a team of more than 600 employees, including more than 420 of them being scientists and engineers, we are leading the worldwide quantum computing revolution.

By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What is in it for you?

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

Flexible work schedule

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

Compensation & Benefits:

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

Estimated Salary Wage: $140,000 - $200,000 Annually Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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