Optical Engineer

Infleqtion delivers high-value quantum information precisely where it is needed. By operating at the Edge, our software-configured, quantum-enabled products deliver unmatched levels of precision and power, generating streams of high-value information for commercial organizations, the United States, and allied governments. With 16 years of ColdQuanta's pioneering quantum research as our foundation, our hardware products and AI-powered solutions address critical market needs in PNT, global communication security and efficiency, resilient energy distribution, and accelerated quantum computing. We currently have offices in Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; Louisville, CO; Madison, WI; Melbourne, AU; and Oxford, UK. Learn how Infleqtion is revolutionizing how we communicate, navigate, and discover at www.infleqtion.com. We are recruiting for a Senior Optical Engineer role.

Location

This position is a full-time, hybrid-based position which will be located in our Louisville, Colorado office.

Position Summary

The newly hired Optical Engineer will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on R&D projects and support development of new concepts and approaches for future development of the optical systems for spatially scanned laser addressing of cold atom qubit arrays.

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Design of opto-mechanical assemblies
• Sourcing/Procurement of components
• Assistance with design verification, modeling and drawing approvals
• Generate and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECO)
• Troubleshoot technical opto-mechanical production problems
• Facilitate and participate in concept brainstorming and strategy sessions
• Influence and propel multi-functional team members to achieve stretch goals
• Work as a “hands-on” Engineer developing and troubleshooting product
• Responsible for engineering documentation, including but not limited to technical drawings, mechanical assembly packages, PCBA’s and electronic packages
• Solve complex problems and make sound design recommendations
• Provide technical assistance for troubleshooting and diagnosing design quality problems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics or Physics; post-graduate degree preferred. Minimum 2 years of prior engineering experience
• Strong technical background in optics
  -Keen understanding of laser beam propagation, and various beam scanning method
  -Design an optical system to achieve desired performance
  --Gather requirements and propagate high level requirements to sub-systems using modeling
  -Develop and implement test methods for laser beam propagation in optical system
  -Desired: experience with laser beam characterization, spatial mode shaping, diffractive optical element, and/or spatial light modulation
• Hardware skills:
  -Prototype and production assembly and testing involving
  --Fiber optics and fiber optical integrated devices
  --Lasers and optics in free space
  --Precision optomechanical alignment
• Software skills:
  -Optical system design and simulation
  --Experience with Zemax, Code V or FRED Optical Engineering software to model sequential and non-sequential systems
  -Troubleshoot technical problems with other engineering team members and support/lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action
  -Data analysis with Python desired
• Demonstrated ability to effectively share and communicate information with technical and non-technical staff
• Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization in English; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment
• Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and adapt and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment
• Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively prioritize work activities and tasks
• Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 10%
• This role requires that you do not require sponsorship or a work visa transfer
  This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

Benefits

The targeted base salary for this role is $90,000 to $125,000 on an annualized basis plus all new hires are eligible to participate in our Annual Incentive Plan and are also eligible for Stock Option Grants.

In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

• 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs
• Employer funded Health Savings Account
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 401(k) safe harbor contribution
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account
• Paid FMLA Leave
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employer Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment

Equal Opportunity

Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin color, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information
If this opportunity interests you and you fit the job description, please submit an application. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please feel free to contact us at hr@coldquanta.com.