Advanced Laser Engineer - 876 in Broomfield, Colorado at Quantinuum

We are seeking an Advanced Laser Engineer for our Broomfield, CO location

• Participate in a team of laser scientists and optical engineers supporting the development and builds of commercial and research systems for quantum computing
• Provide technical expertise to laser and optical projects with the goal of maximizing performance and robustness
• Mentor team members on technical and scientific topics and day-to-day oversight and guidance of one or more technicians
• Integrate complex, high precision optical sub-assemblies into higher level systems and maintain them
• Gather technical requirements, turn them into action plans, and ensure the components and systems meet the requirements
• Integrate complex, high precision optical sub-assemblies into higher level systems and maintain them
• Troubleshoot as well as conduct failure analysis of electro-optical-mechanical systems to improve process and design
• Collect and analyze data to improve subsystem robustness and key performance parameters
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Scientists to deliver state-of-the-art optics solutions
• Implement tooling and test fixtures to improve alignment and characterization capabilities for complex laser and optical systems.
• Participate in manufacturability improvements by documenting build and test procedures for optical assemblies
• Manufacture robust optical systems and beamlines for integration into quantum computers
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelors Degree required
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience (advanced degree inclusive) using and maintaining optical, opto-mechanical and/or laser systems
• 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.

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $132,000 – $165,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

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.

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

Flexible work schedule

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an 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

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.