Senior Manufacturing Technician

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution. 

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician. As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. 

This position requires a highly motivated manufacturing technician with experience in assembly and test. Knowledge of free space optical assembly including high precision devices, alignment of assemblies, and manufacturing best practices are additional skills that successful candidates will have.

Responsibilities: 

• Support the daily production build requirements in manufacturing.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Product Engineers to follow detailed work instructions to assemble Quantum Computer components with a safety and quality mindset and a high-level attention to detail.
• Assist with the build and test of components for Quantum Computers.
• Capture and document assembly best practices, present findings to technical teams.
• Other assigned duties as required in support of business needs.

You’d be a good fit with: 

• Minimum 2-year technical degree and 3+ years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech electronics / optomechanical / manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• Experience in electronics / optics assembly, following work instructions and providing detailed feedback.
• Comfortable working in both engineering/development lab settings as well as manufacturing.  
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting, as well as cross functionally with various organizations. 
• Detail oriented individual with the ability to demonstrate fine motor skills.
• Experience working with hand tools and performing small lab repairs.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow assembly drawings, CAD drawings, technical specifications, and operating procedures.
• Ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include, but not limited to: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working overhead.
• Experience with data collection and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Google Sheets and MS Office.

You’d be a great fit with: 

• Demonstrated experience working in Opto/Mechanical production environment.  
• Experience with complex optical systems and lasers, free-space optical systems and fiber optics.
• Experience in aligning lenses, mirrors, prisms, and optical/opto-mechanical components on an optical breadboard.
• Experience with cryogenic systems.
• Experience with ERP, PLM and MES systems.

Location: This role will work onsite at our office located in Bothell, WA.
Travel: 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $62,417 - $72,577.

Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs.  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance!

IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, a quick 15-minute metro from Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, or Toronto. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!
 
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