Optics Technician - 823

We are seeking an Optics Technician in our Broomfield, CO location to join our engineering and manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, aligning, testing, and maintaining optical and opto‑mechanical components and subassemblies. This role supports R&D and manufacturing activities, including precision optical alignment, prototype builds, documentation development, and production support. You will ensure that products meet both technical specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in optical assembly and alignment, mechanical assembly, optical systems integration, and an understanding of precision tools and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble and integrate opto-mechanical devices, including optical components, mechanical housing, and associated hardware and cabling.
• Perform precision optical alignment of opto-mechanical assemblies to specified tolerances, including free‑space and fiber‑coupled systems.
• Maintain accurate assembly records, including inspection and test reports and assembly logs. Provide feedback on design or process improvements.
• Write test reports, identify gaps in documentation and work with product engineers to create needed documentation.
• Perform prototype assembly and rework in collaboration with engineers; assist in developing, refining, and documenting assembly instructions, travelers, and alignment procedures for R&D and production use.
• Work closely with engineering teams to resolve optical or mechanically related issues and provide insights into product design or process optimization.
• Inspect optical components and assemblies for cosmetic and functional quality per specification (scratches, digs, cleanliness, alignment performance).
• Identify and source COTS parts needed for assemblies and place purchase requests.
• Monitor and maintain tools & supplies at lab workstations.
• Pack completed optical assemblies for shipping.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required.
• Follow all safety protocols, equipment guidelines, and environmental regulations in the execution of daily tasks.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a high precision optical/opto-mechanical manufacturing/production environment
• Minimum 2+ years of experience with methods of handling and cleaning optical fibers and elements
• 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.
• 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

WE VALUE:

• Certification in optical systems assembly or mechanical assembly
• Associate or bachelor's degree in physics, Optical Engineering, or closely related field
• Basic electronic test equipment knowledge; skills in soldering may be useful but not required
• Experience with optical alignment tools and techniques (including specialized tools as needed for assembly)
• Mechanical CAD experience (e.g., SolidWorks, Onshape)
• Knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques, e.g. Six Sigma, 5S
• Experience in using precision hand tools, measurement devices such as calipers and micrometers
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow procedures
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct defects or inconsistencies
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with engineering and other team members
• Fluency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

$53,000 - $66,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $53,000 - $66,000 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.

What's in it for you?

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

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.