Laser Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Laser Platform Development & R&D
• Design and develop infrastructure-grade laser systems built for repeatability, modularity, and field serviceability — programmable optical engines with calibration-friendly architectures, integrated modulators, co-packaging approaches, and well-defined interfaces compatible with automated control and monitoring infrastructure
• Evaluate emerging laser technologies and co-development partner systems for technical performance, integration readiness, and long-term scalability
• System Integration & Deployment
• Contribute to architecting the hosting infrastructure for quantum laser systems — meeting stringent requirements for vibration isolation, thermal stability, noise, and QPU integrability — and own build, integration, and validation across optical, electrical, and mechanical interface standards
• Own physical installation and commissioning of laser systems within QPU platforms; manage technical handoffs with build, operations, and development teams
• Prepare and ship laser subsystems to domestic and international sites, ensuring systems arrive integration-ready
• Operational Reliability & Support
• Design and implement laser stabilization systems covering intensity, frequency, and phase noise — including servo loop design, locking architectures, and performance characterization
• Maintain uptime for production and development laser systems; lead triage and root-cause analysis for unplanned downtime
• Perform precision fiber alignment and implement automated fiber coupling systems
• Maintain SOPs, QA documentation, and integration records; coordinate vendor service and RMA processes as needed
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Hardware, Software, Systems Engineering, Build, and Operations teams to ensure seamless integration, manufacturability, and field readiness of laser systems
• Contribute to laser system technology roadmaps and platform decisions that span multiple QPU generations
• Deliver technical transfer packages and engineering documentation to support productization and new platform design

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience will be considered
• Experience with laser systems, optical subsystems, or opto-mechanical integration in a precision or scientific instrumentation context
• Strong experimental and troubleshooting skills, with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, with clear written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep expertise in nonlinear optics, frequency conversion techniques, or high-power photonic systems
• Experience with vibration isolation, thermal management, and mechanical integration of precision platforms
• Proven vendor co-development experience, from requirements definition through prototype and production
• Prior experience in quantum computing, advanced photonics, or scientific instrumentation environments
• Background in AMO experiments or quantum systems; familiarity with how laser performance requirements arise from atomic physics constraints is a strong plus