Production Technician

About the role

PsiQuantum’s mission is to build the first useful quantum computers, focusing on silicon photonics technology to deliver breakthroughs in various industries. This role supports the assembly and processing of photonic and semiconductor subassemblies.

Responsibilities

• Support wire bond operations, fiber preparation and optical coupling, material handling, build tracking, and accurate MES transactions.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and perform basic troubleshooting of computers, software, tooling, and automation systems.
• Inspect completed work, identify defects or process issues, and escalate problems when additional support is needed.
• Maintain clear build records and provide daily shift pass-downs covering status, results, issues, and open actions.
• Follow safety, cleanroom, quality, and material-handling requirements while maintaining an organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with Operations, Engineering, and support teams and recommend practical process improvements.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in semiconductor, photonics, optical, electronics, or R&D manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with wire bonding, wire bond inspection, edge coupling, active optical alignment, fiber handling, or precision subassembly.
• Experience with fiber-optic cleaving, splicing, routing, and handling.
• Experience handling, assembling, and inspecting semiconductor dies and other small, fragile components.
• High manual dexterity and strong attention to detail when working with microscopes, precision tools, fixtures, and sensitive materials.
• Experience operating manual, automated, or semi-automated assembly and inspection equipment.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of Windows computers, equipment software, network connections, sensors, fixtures, and automation interfaces.
• Experience using MES to track builds, materials, work-in-process, holds, rework, and production activity.
• Knowledge of cleanroom manufacturing, electrostatic discharge controls, safe material handling, and work-in-process control.
• Ability to follow work instructions, inspect personal work, identify problems, and work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to support multiple operational tasks in a fast-paced, low-volume, high-mix environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and work overtime or weekends when required.