Atom Computing
Senior Optical Assembly and Alignment Engineer
$170K–$200K
Boulder, CO · On-site · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 2, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years.
- Education
- BS in optics, optical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
About the job
Build, align, characterize, and verify optical breadboards and laser-delivery assemblies for neutral-atom quantum computers, then deliver them with alignment records to system integration.
What you'll do
- Assemble and align optical components and fiber-coupling assemblies to establish specified beam paths and subsystem interfaces.
- Measure optical performance, troubleshoot alignment issues, and complete approved verification and rework procedures.
- Document assembly details and measurements, and hand off verified assemblies to System Integration & Test.
What they ask for
- Hands-on experience with optical assembly, free-space alignment, fiber coupling, and characterization of precision laser or photonics hardware.
- Experience building from controlled optical layouts and recording repeatable measurements for subsystem acceptance.
Nice to have
- Experience with neutral-atom quantum-computer optics, AMO laboratory systems, or precision scientific instrumentation.
- Advanced degree.
Pay
USD 170,000 - 200,000 base salary; USD 170,000–200,000 base salary
Tools
wavefront sensors, interferometers
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