Staff Opto-Mechanical Process Engineer - Manufacturing

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ's computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.

We are looking for a Staff Opto-Mechanical Process Engineer - Manufacturing to plan and establish manufacturing processes and systems for our initial production. Partnering with R&D and Operations, the Staff Opto-Mechanical Process Engineer will work to stand up critical opto-mechanical assembly processes along with business processes, tools, and systems in support of manufacturing of our products. As a Staff Opto-Mechanical Process Engineer, you will be responsible for prove-in, operation, improvement, and maintenance of manufacturing processes in a production environment. This critical team member will work to establish, characterize, and improve our current and future processes through a disciplined engineering approach as we progress on our mission to build the world's best quantum computers to solve the world's most complex problems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve mechanical and optical assembly process in support of Quantum computer systems manufacturing
• Responsible for mechanical assembly, Optical assembly & alignment, tooling, and material handling methods
• Create work instructions (SOP's) including EH&S guidelines, LOTO procedures, technician training plans, and maintenance SOPs for area of responsibility
• Develop safety guidelines, train, and drive compliance with technicians
• Initiate / support / implement continuous process improvement, failure mode analysis (FMA), RCCA, statistical process controls, and key measurables.
• Partner with Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Engineering to identify areas of improvement for components, updating drawings to eliminate supplier escapes, identify opportunities for value engineering, support vendor qualifications and MRB processes
• Partner with Facilities and Lab management on specification, implementation and bring-up of production infrastructure
• Initiate and implement LEAN manufacturing and Cost Reduction activities
• Establish processes and procedures in compliance with our QMS, consistent with in industry standards (eg TL9k)
• Drive end to end yield improvements and touch time reduction.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action on production failures.
• Troubleshoot and correct equipment failures.
• Meet business OKRs and key results

You'd be a good fit with:

• 8+ years' experience in high-tech, engineering-driven, manufacturing environment of complex electro-optical systems, sub systems and components
• Experience with complex optical systems, lasers, free-space optical systems and components
• The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, analytic, detail-oriented, possesses quantitative analysis skills, is self-motivated, a great team member, able to proactively communicate with employees at all levels, delivering excellence in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Mechanical, electrical, and optical equipment troubleshooting experience
• Optical Alignment Processing experience, including experience in aligning lenses, mirrors, prisms, and optical/opto-mechanical components on an optical breadboard
• Experience in implementation, use or configuration of PLM systems
• Experience in implementation, use or configuration of ERP/MRP/MES systems
• Experience transforming R&D prototypes into highly reliable products
• Collaboration with cross-functional development teams including engineering, research, and development
• Strong hands-on attitude and ability to spend significant time "on the floor" with the team, being involved at the detail level.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Science
• Ability to be on-site every day

You'd be a great fit with:

• Strong knowledge of complex optical, electrical or mechanical products and systems
• Additional experience desired with semiconductor, optics, and photonics components, opto-electronic modules, vacuum assemblies, and cryogenic systems
• Experience/success in interacting with suppliers directly. Collaboration with supply chain sourcing, fostering partnerships for critical development and risk reduction
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work well with customers, suppliers, and in a team environment
• Ability to act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational programs and factories and/or supplier health development
• Best-in-class cross-functional communication, collaboration & presentation skills
• Advanced degree and/or specialization in optics

Location: This role is located onsite in our Bothell, WA facility.

The approximate salary range for this position is $133,046 - $174,192.

The base pay component of the offer will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The total compensation package may include other elements dependent on the position and level. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. Beyond base pay, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component, as well as a range of benefit options which can be found on our site at ionq.co/jobs . Some of our benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, home internet stipend, a generous PTO plan, parental/adoption leave, 401K, medical, dental and vision plans as well as paid holidays.

Our HQ is located in College Park, Maryland which is only a 15-minute metro ride from Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in the Seattle, Washington area. Depending on the position, you may be required to be located near our offices in College Park, Seattle, or Toronto. However, IonQ will be expanding into additional geographies both domestically and internationally so don't let this stop you from applying!

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all, while at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment in which any individual can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.

We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, and military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

If you are interested in being a part of this team and mission, we encourage you to apply!