Senior Optics Technician

Senior Optics Technician at IonQ, Oxford, England, United Kingdom. A senior-level full time position in the Compute - Manufacturing team, listed under hardware engineering.

We are looking for a Senior Optics Technician to join the Optical Manufacturing team at Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ. You will build and commission the optics and laser assemblies used in our quantum systems, supporting system builds, maintenance and upgrades alongside technicians, engineers and scientists.

You will work on precision optical assembly, free space alignment and fibre coupling, helping the team build and test quantum computing hardware. The work includes technical documentation and the practical care needed to maintain a safe, tidy laboratory and workshop.

You will need practical laboratory experience with lasers and optics, precision assembly, free space optical alignment and fibre coupling. You should be comfortable taking responsibility for tasks with minimal supervision and have some experience testing high technology equipment before shipment.

• Experience assembling and testing scientific instrumentation or working in industrial operations.
• Electronic subsystem assembly and fault finding, including continuity testing.
• Class 4 laser safety training and familiarity with appropriate PPE.
• Relevant optics or engineering qualifications, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Experience in scientific support or commercial research, with confident IT use.

This role is based in Oxford and requires five days on site each week. Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend.

• Build and commission optical and laser assemblies.
• Support system maintenance and upgrades with engineers and scientists.
• Handle high precision and delicate components, using microscopes where required.
• Follow mechanical and electrical drawings and work instructions, document the work and test equipment before shipment.
• Maintain a safe laboratory and workshop environment when working with lasers and optics.