R&D Technician
AOSense, Inc · Fremont, CA · 3 mo ago
On-siteResearchFull-time
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicists and engineers to assemble and test complex quantum sensor and atomic clock hardware
- Procure and track inventories of mechanical, optical, vacuum, and electrical components
- Cook out and leak test vacuum systems
- Document and report results of validation testing
Requirements
- Demonstrated success in precision mechanical assembly of prototypes and products
- Enthusiasm for developing expertise in new fabrication disciplines
- Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
- Hands-on experience with test equipment
- Excellent troubleshooting skills
Desired Experience
- Expertise aligning and securing micro-optical components
- Hands-on experience with vacuum system assembly and testing
- Adept in glovebox assembly work
- Sensitivity to cleanliness requirements of vacuum and optical assemblies
- Skilled in mechanical prototyping, including basic machining and finishing operations
- Practical experience with advanced bonding methods, including soldering, brazing, and adhesives
- Proficiency with SolidWorks mechanical design software
- Familiarity with electronics prototyping, including reading schematics, PCB fabrication, assembly, soldering, and rework
- Experience testing low-noise analog, mixed-signal, and RF electronics
- Basic knowledge of data acquisition and analysis software such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python
Education and Experience
- Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent professional experience
- Experience in an R&D environment
Benefits
- Salary depends on qualifications and experience
- Medical and dental
- Retirement
- AOSense is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)