Optics R&D Technician Intern - 1019

The role

You will support an optics and photonics lab for trapped-ion quantum computing. Work includes building and testing optical systems, documenting procedures, and helping with lab equipment and safety.

What you will do

• Work with engineers, physicists and technicians to advance trapped-ion quantum computing technologies
• Help set up an optics and photonics lab with other technical and R&D colleagues
• Design, build, test and align optical systems, including lasers and imaging systems
• Support planning, development, maintenance and management of a new lab facility
• Provide technical support and help resolve lab and equipment issues
• Prepare engineering specifications, standard operating procedures and other documentation
• Support Procurement and Materials Management in acquiring and tracking technical equipment
• Work with Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) to follow safety protocols
• Monitor lab metrics such as temperature and humidity, and work with Facilities as needed
• Lift 25 pounds and work in a lab environment

Required qualifications

• Enrolled in a quantum technician training program before the internship
• Graduating or completing a technical training program on or after 2027
• U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, or granted asylum or refugee status
• Not a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless also a U.S. citizen
• Lift 25 pounds and work in a lab environment

Nice to have

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

Benefits

• Housing stipend of $500 per check, bi-weekly, for candidates located outside New Mexico
• Competitive market rate
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discounts

Before you apply

• Pre-employment drug test required for safety-sensitive positions
• U.S. Person status required due to contractual requirements
• National security rules restrict PRC and Russian nationals unless also U.S. citizens
• Applications accepted on an ongoing basis with no deadline

About the company

Quantinuum is a quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform for real-world use. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, it has more than 800 employees across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan and Singapore.