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Design, assemble, and characterize complex free-space and fiber-coupled laser systems for quantum applications. Translate physics requirements into engineering specifications and maintain detailed technical documentation for optical subsystems.
Requires a Ph.D. in Physics or Optical Engineering with at least 2 years of experience building laser systems in an AMO laboratory context. Must be a U.S. person due to export-controlled information requirements.
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Quantum Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth.
The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of complex optical systems while working closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers designing light engines for neutral atom, trapped ion, and quantum sensing applications. The background in AMO laboratory laser systems is beneficial.
Your key responsibilities are as follows:
Please note: This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).
Experience and Skills:
Startup Mindset:
This is a laboratory-dominant role. The Quantum Systems Engineer will spend bulk of their time on the bench executing hardware bring-up, alignment, and characterization. Complementary system engineering, design, and analysis responsibilities — including optical layout design, component specification and procurement, and performance analysis — are an integral part of the role and directly inform laboratory work. The position carries full technical ownership of assigned systems and close collaboration with the research teams that depend on them.
The expected annual salary range for this position is $165,000-$200,000.
As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
Monarch is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.
Delivering quantum light engines at scale
We’re an integrated photonics company in California building the light engines that power the next era of quantum technology — from advanced computing to precision sensing.
Offices: 10150 Meanley Dr, San Diego, California 92131, US
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