Senior Optical Engineer

The salary range for this position is $133,046 - $174,192.

We are looking for a Senior Optical Engineer to join the Optical and Laser Systems development team. As a Senior Optical Engineer, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. We are seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to drive subsystem development efforts for up and coming products and to work closely with a cross-functional team of engineers and physicists.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with optical and opto-mechanical engineers to develop new optical subsystems and improve the performance of current subsystems
• Define, design and develop optical assemblies that take advantage of cutting-edge optical components
• Work with opto-mechanical engineers to iteratively develop fixtures and processes for precision alignment and assembly.
• Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed tolerance and stray light analysis
• Work with production engineers to develop manufacturing processes
• Assist production engineering in developing subsystem Verification and Validation testing.

You’d be a good fit with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering with 3+ years experience or advanced degree
• Demonstrated skills using optical design software tools such as Zemax, Code V and/or FRED
• Good understanding of single mode and multi-mode fiber optics
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in laser optics and micro optics
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in tolerancing analysis, Monte Carlo methods and stray light analysis
• Sustained record of independent creative design activity and expertise with optical systems and optical subassemblies
• Demonstrated knowledge and creative abilities for novel design and specification of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level
• Demonstrated understanding of optical engineering fundamentals and principles, specifically with a focus towards production
• Demonstrated strong understanding of optical design, component specification, development, testing, and design for manufacturability

You’d be a great fit with:

• 5+ years experience with optical or photonics designs with industry R&D experience
• Expertise in SolidWorks
• Experience with cryogenic systems and optical elements in cryogenic environments
• Experience with high precision motion devices (piezos, flexure stages, etc.)

Location:

This position is located in our newest facility in Bothell, WA.