R&D Manager Optics

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quantinuum Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified R&D Manager – Optics to join our team at Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO. As a key member of our optical engineering team, you will be responsible for developing novel sub-systems that will enable future Quantinuum quantum computers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with Quantum Computing system architects and designers to derive optical system requirements (lasers, signal conditioning, beam delivery, detection) for trapped ion quantum computing.
  • Translate requirements into tactical and strategic project plans for the optical engineering team.
  • Perform and guide efforts in conceptualizing, developing, and designing optical systems that deliver light to trapped ions, as well as collect and detect single photon signals for data readout.
  • Create test plans for optical design prototypes and final optical assemblies against key requirements.
  • Lead technical teams to meet programmatic performance, schedule, cost, and quality commitments.
  • Hire and develop staff with the right skills for success.
  • Perform technical goal setting, employee performance assessments, and compensation adjustments.
  • Plan and nurture career development of direct-reporting engineer/scientists; mentor, coach, and train as needed.
  • Identify key technology innovation in optical subsystem design that will drive scalable trapped ion QC, and lead prototype planning towards future architectures.
  • Co-own the technology portfolio for optical subsystems for trapped ion quantum computing; this task includes IP development and capture, procurement planning, long-term development strategy and roadmap.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree Minimum
  • Minimum 8 years of post-graduate experience developing optical systems (design and/or build/experimental)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience (academic and/or industrial combined) in the physical principles of optics for atomic physics or spectroscopy (design or experiment/both)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience serving as the leader of an advanced technical team (either task leadership or personnel management/both)
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Citizen, permanent resident or green card holder
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree - Masters or PhD - in Physics, Optics, Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field
  • Familiarity with Gaussian beam propagation and lens design, which can include optical design software such as Zemax
  • Familiarity with designing opto-mechanical systems and tolerances, which can include optomechanical design software such as Solidworks
  • Familiarity with photonic integrated circuit component design and/or test and/or fabrication
  • Direct experience with people-management in a technical industry
  • Familiarity with optical elements and lasers as applied within the field of atomic or molecular physics
  • Experience in complex task management (cost, schedule, risk/opportunity, etc.)
  • A track record of high-technology (engineering, or physical science) development
  • A strong and active network of professional relationships
  • Strong organizational & leadership skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • People who want to change the world positively through the power of quantum computing
Compensation & Benefits:

Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable
Estimated Salary Wage: $173,000 - $216,000 Annually

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