Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Quantum Computing

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. Own opto-mechanical subsystems within an established hardware architecture .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeBoulder • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and integrating opto-mechanical subsystems for high-performance hardware, with a strong focus on laser-based systems and optical technologies. Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and lead technical projects while ensuring scalability and manufacturability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Opto-Mechanical System DesignSolidWorks ProficiencyZemax (OpticsStudio) KnowledgeTechnical LeadershipHands-On Laboratory Experience

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Hard Skills

Opto-Mechanical SimulationsFinite Element AnalysisError Budget GenerationDesign-For-ManufacturingDesign-For-AssemblyOptical Stability CharacterizationTechnical Risk IdentificationComponent IntegrationPrecision Component DesignExperimental Characterization

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative Working StyleDetail-Oriented MindsetMentoring EnthusiasmTechnical Accountability

Industry Keywords

Quantum ComputingAtomic PhysicsPhotonics ResearchLaser-Based SystemsHigh-Complexity HardwareOptical Design WorkflowsLaboratory ProceduresVersion ControlTechnical DocumentationRoot-Cause Investigation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own opto-mechanical subsystems within an established hardware architecture
Identify technical risks, trade-offs, and long-term scalability constraints
Design and integrate precision components and assemblies supporting lasers, optics, vacuum-integrated components, sensors, photodetectors, DMDs, SLMs, AODs, EOMs, metasurface-based optics, and photonic integrated circuits
Implement emerging optical technologies within next-generation neutral-atom quantum computing architectures
Generate stability, tolerance, and error budgets for opto-mechanical systems
Collaborate with physicists and optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers throughout the hardware development lifecycle
Advance design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly practices
Conduct root-cause investigations and corrective actions
Perform opto-mechanical simulations and experimental characterization of optical stability, drift, noise sources, and scaling limits
Execute finite element analysis covering tolerance stack-ups, thermal behavior, structural stiffness, and vibration sensitivity
Provide technical leadership and mentorship through design reviews and hands-on coaching
Transition research-grade opto-mechanical subsystems to repeatable, maintainable, and scalable hardware
Advance optical design workflows, laboratory procedures, documentation, and version control

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in optical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant industry experience; a Master’s degree or PhD may substitute for some experience
Extensive ownership-driven experience designing, modeling, and validating laser-based opto-mechanical systems for high-performance hardware
Strong hands-on laboratory track record
Proficiency with SolidWorks for complex scalable system design and analysis
Working knowledge of Zemax (OpticsStudio) for optical layouts and component selection validation
Background in atomic physics, quantum optics, or photonics research environments highly valued
Experience in low-volume, high-complexity hardware programs highly valued
Strong verbal and written communication skills highly valued
Hands-on, detail-oriented mindset with technical accountability highly valued
Positive, collaborative working style and enthusiasm for mentoring highly valued
Authorization to receive software or technology controlled under U.S. export control laws without sponsorship for an export license may be required
Able to sit, stand, bend, lift, and carry up to 40 pounds without assistance
Able to use laptops, copiers, printers, and other automated office equipment
Up to 10% travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability
Employer-funded Health Savings Account
Unlimited PTO
401(k) match
Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Flexible Savings Account
Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Student Loan Repayment
Equity Package
Personal Protective Equipment provided