Lead Laser Systems Engineer

We are seeking a highly qualified Lead Laser Systems Engineer for our Broomfield, CO location to join the team developing a next‑generation quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a systems engineering professional with a background in laser technology and will guide the laser and beamline subsystem through its entire lifecycle.

• Systems engineer for the lasers subsystem of a trapped‑ion quantum computer based on a quantum charge coupled device architecture. This subsystem includes laser sources, control electronics, servos, modulators, and frequency doubling components.
• Develop, define, and manage subsystem requirements, specifications, and engineering documentation, with a focus on developing "right size" solutions to system development needs, appropriate for the maturity of the technology.
• Act as a consultant to laser and beamline contractors and/or internal development teams as they derive detailed subassembly requirements from higher level requirements. You will ensure that requirements are understood, mutually compatible, and well‑formed.
• Develop, publish, and maintain system engineering artifacts for subsystem verification and validation, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Develop, publish, and maintain documentation of the laser and beamline subsystem’s interfaces to and interactions with other elements of the quantum computing system.
• You will be responsible for ensuring gate review entry criteria are complete, updated, and accessible. For internally‑designed subassemblies, you will be responsible for organizing and holding gate reviews.
• Guide technical decisions throughout the product lifecycle, including design, implementation, test and integration, ensuring on‑time delivery of laser subsystems.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and buy‑in.
• Mentor junior engineers.

• Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience (or 6+ years with master’s, or 5+ years with PhD).
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in laser system hardware design, integration, and product development. This experience may be inclusive of graduate school experience:
  Laser systems expertise must include experience with fiber optic components, electro‑optic and acousto‑optic modulators, and noise‑reduction servos.
• Minimum 2+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Due to contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

• Master’s Degree/Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Proven experience in system engineering or system architecture of highly complex laser systems.
• Experience deconstructing highly complex systems into clear and comprehensible constituent pieces and work packages.
• Strong background in requirements engineering, system verification, and validation processes.
• Familiarity with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE).
• Prior experience with laser‑cooled, neutral atom, or atomic ion scientific apparatus or quantum computers.
• Proficiency in system modeling, simulations, and analysis tools.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and effectively partner with both internal team members and external contractors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

$148,000 - $186,000 a year. Incentive eligible – range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable.

Benefits include flexible work schedule; employer‑subsidized health, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) match for student loan repayment; equity; 401(k) retirement savings plan; 12 paid holidays and generous vacation plus sick time; paid parental leave; employee discounts.

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