ColdQuanta
ColdQuanta

Engineering Technician II

$60,000 – $75,000 per year

TLDR

Assemble optical, vacuum, mechanical, and electrical assemblies while inspecting precision components with metrology and photonic test equipment.

POSITION SUMMARY

Working in our production area, this role will be responsible for assembling sub-components, sub-systems and complete products in Infleqtion’s commercial product line. This role requires good manual dexterity, ability to conduct visual inspections, understanding of mechanical, electrical, and optical engineering equipment, and commitment to follow all safety processes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Independently or under limited supervision perform multi-step assembly processes of optical, vacuum, mechanical, and electrical assemblies following work instructions while referring to drawings and solid models

• Conduct inspection throughout manufacturing processes to ensure proper build and that quality standards are achieved

• Perform receiving and in-process inspections of mechanical, electrical and optical components and sub-assemblies using a variety of instruments, including optical and mechanical metrology tools (calipers, drop gauge, optical comparator, touch probe Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), and optical interferometer); as well as standard electrical and photonic test equipment

• Perform necessary maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure a clean and safe work area

• Support production line maintenance, continuous improvement, and troubleshooting

• Acquires an intermediate level of applicable skills and process & product knowledge through the training matrix

• Identifies and works with other team members on process improvements

WE HIGHLY VALUE:

• Great verbal and written communication skills to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff

• Strong engagement and collaboration skills with constant drive for success, ownership and pride in your work

• Sense of urgency and responsibility and a true passion for attention to detail where it matters

• Open communication style and extremely positive attitude which shows through consistent daily habits

• Demonstrated problem solving skills and fast learning rate

• Capability of working with both a high degree of autonomy (taking high level goal as an input to discover and execute an optimal plan, gathering required resources to achieve the goal) and collaboratively (soliciting and incorporating input from colleagues as necessary)

Note:

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license

TRAVEL

Up to 10% travel may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment and around technical equipment including computers and lasers. Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and carry up to 40 pounds without assistance. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be properly used in accordance with company requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical field and 3+ years of relevant hands-on experience in precision assembly, optics, lasers, vacuum systems, photonics, semiconductor, aerospace, medical device, or similar high-reliability hardware environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Comfort and familiarity with standard clean room practices and working in clean rooms

Experience handling and cleaning precision optics and silicon wafers for laser applications desirable

Comfort and familiarity with handling of delicate components and equipment, including fiber optic components

Familiarity with optical surface quality specifications: MIL-PRF-13830B and ISO 10110-7 although full training will be given if not familiar

Ability to inspect parts against technical drawings, including those with GD&T tolerancing

Good dexterity to assemble small components into sub-assemblies

Proficient in MS Office

Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Infleqtion does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Infleqtion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Benefits

  • Salary range:  $60,000 to $75000
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including full-spectrum fertility support for growing families.
  • Employer-funded Health Savings Account  
  • Unlimited PTO  
  • 401(k) match  
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance  
  • Flexible Savings Account  
  • Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave  
  • Employee Assistance Program  
  • Student Loan Repayment 
  • Equity Program

Benefits

Education Stipend

Student Loan Repayment

Equity Compensation

Equity Program

Health Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with fertility support

Personal Protective Equipment

Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided

Paid Parental Leave

Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Unlimited PTO

ColdQuanta is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our teams, here in beautiful Boulder, Colorado; Madison, Wisconsin; and Oxford, UK. We work in a dynamic and collaborative environment and value each person's contribution whether technical or administrative. Our employees have the opportunity to transition world-class advanced research towards ground-breaking products and systems that address the rapidly-expanding quantum technologies market. Our goals include: Developing a highly scalable neutral atom quantum computer Creating compact systems to make quantum sensors and navigators deployable Advancing key components and subsystems to enable widespread adoption of cold atom and ion trap systems for computing, signal processing, and communication systems. ColdQuanta’s global customers include major commercial and defense companies, all branches of the U.S. Department of Defense, national labs operated by the Department of Energy, NASA, and NIST, and major universities. ColdQuanta is based in Boulder, CO with offices in Madison, Wisconsin, and Oxford, UK.

Founded
Founded 2007
Employees
51-200 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Total raised
$52M raised
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