Senior Optical Engineer

Job description

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking an Senior Optical Engineer to lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems and to drive their build out and develop fixtures and processes for their precision alignment and assembly. ### Job Responsibilities - Lead cross-functional partnerships with mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design optical subsystems in the areas of laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities - Define system architecture and make critical strategic decisions for balancing competing requirements. - Create novel designs and specifications of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level - Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed tolerance and stray light analysis - Develop alignment procedures for optical designs - Lead hands-on assembly and precision alignment of finalized optical designs - Characterize the performance of optical subsystems - Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds. ### Experience & Education - Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences, Optical Engineering or related field. Advanced degree a plus - 5-8+ years optical design experience - 4+ years of hands-on optics assembly experience in a laboratory environment ### Qualifications - Experience in the design of high-numerical-aperture imaging systems - Proficiency with Zemax, FRED, or equivalent ray-tracing software - Experience with Onshape, Solidworks, or equivalent 3D CAD design software - Project management skills and the ability to lead technical initiatives independently. - High attention-to-detail and accuracy - Creative, critical thinking with ability to strategize and solve problems in a dynamic environment - Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment - Excellent communication, listening and people skills