Optical Bench Integration Technician

About IonQ: IonQ, Inc . [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance . Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. About Skyloom Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow’s space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete—or if working on space lasers excites you—join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology. Location: This role will be based onsite at our Broomfield, Colorado office. Travel: None Job ID: 1641 The Role The Optical Integration Technician has a critical role in production of Skyloom optical communication terminals. This role involves the initial integration of mechanical and optical components to begin production, initial optical alignments, and quality control. Excellent manual dexterity is required, as well as the ability to follow work instructions, develop new procedures, perform quality control measurements and inspections, and work closely with mechanical and optical engineering teams to troubleshoot problems and develop processes. Core Qualifications Qualified candidates possess at least 3 years of experience in an assembly environment. Experience with optical components is strongly preferred. Other skills and experience are: Excellent manual dexterity for working with small, precision components Ability to follow complex work instructions Strong verbal communication, attention to detail, and problem solving skills Knowledge and experience with optic cleaning procedures Knowledge of ESD and laser safety procedures Experience with torque limiting tools, micrometers, and calipers Computer literacy including: Effective communication via email & messaging Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) Data entry for tracking and quality control Scripting Ability to follow cleanroom protocols Maintains a clean & organized workspace Familiarity with quality control and compliance procedures Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings Mission driven and team oriented Preferred Qualifications Experience with mechanical and optical bonds & adhesives Enthusiasm to work with engineering to improve/develop procedures and offer suggestions Technical writing ability for improving work instructions & providing feedback Demonstrated experience in: A high volume production environment Identifying a quality/procedure issue and working with engineering to find a resolution Experience with alignment and metrology tools such as: Shearing interferometers Optical power meters Infrared cameras and sensors Interferometers for surface quality and wavefront error measurements Compensation The approximate base salary range for this position is $68,456 - $82,661 . The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits. **Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.** 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 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while 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 where individuals 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, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!

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