What is the role of a Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 at Quantinuum?

The Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 position at Quantinuum is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Skilled Labor field.

Where is this Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 job located?

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87101, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 role?

Full-time or part-time position

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Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 at Quantinuum | Jobs and Employment

Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689

We are seeking an Optics R&D Technician Intern in our Albuquerque, NM, location.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with a team of engineers, physicists, and technicians to advance trapped-ion quantum computing technologies
Help set up an optics and photonics lab in collaboration with other technical and R&D colleagues, including optical, mechanical, electronics, and other technical systems
Participate in designing, building, testing and alignment of optical systems, including lasers and imaging systems
Collaborate with colleagues to provide support on planning, development, maintenance, and management of a new lab facility
Provide technical expertise and support to colleagues, assisting with the resolution of lab- and equipment-related issues and implementing corrective actions as necessary
Prepare detailed engineering specifications, standard operating procedures, and other documentation required for the operation, maintenance, and repair of optical, mechanical, and electronics systems
Support Procurement and Materials Management in acquiring and tracking technical equipment and infrastructure through phases of building, expanding, and maintaining the lab
Partner with Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) to ensure adherence to safety protocols
Monitor and support maintaining key metrics in the laboratory such temperature and humidity, and request help from and work with Facilities as needed
Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in a lab environment

YOU MUST HAVE:

Must be enrolled in a quantum technician training program prior to internship
Graduating or completing technical training program on/after 2026
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:

2+ years in an optics lab environment preferred
5+ years technical experience, degree-inclusive preferred
Hands-on skills building and testing optical systems and an understanding of underlying principles of optics, such as lasers, free-space optics, fiber optics, micro-optics, imaging systems, etc.
Experience building experimental apparatus from scratch
Experience following work instructions, drawings, and test protocols
Highly organized and attention to detail on both administrative and technical tasks
Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
Some experience with mechanical design/CAD systems
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Interest in getting certificates/licenses for facilities and/or safety practices such as hazardous materials, laser safety officer, safety supervisor

Compensation & Benefits:

Non-Incentive Eligible

The pay range for this role is $23 - $27 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

What is in it for you?

-For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of $500 per check/bi-weekly

-A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work

-Flexible work schedule

-Employee discounts

About Us:

Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the 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.

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.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

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Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive 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

$23 - $27 an hour

Optics R&D Technician Intern - 689 at Quantinuum – Albuquerque, New Mexico

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