Optical Bench Integration Technician

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.

Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before.  

The Optical Integration Technician has a critical role in production of Skyloom optical communication terminals. This role involves the initial integration of mechanical and optical components to begin production, initial optical alignments, and quality control. Excellent manual dexterity is required, as well as the ability to follow work instructions, develop new procedures, perform quality control measurements and inspections, and work closely with mechanical and optical engineering teams to troubleshoot problems and develop processes.

Qualified candidates possess at least 3 years of experience in an assembly environment. Experience with optical components is strongly preferred. Other skills and experience are:

• Excellent manual dexterity for working with small, precision components
• Ability to follow complex work instructions
• Strong verbal communication, attention to detail, and problem solving skills
• Knowledge and experience with optic cleaning procedures
• Knowledge of ESD and laser safety procedures
• Experience with torque limiting tools, micrometers, and calipers
• Computer literacy including:
• Effective communication via email & messaging
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Data entry for tracking and quality control
• Scripting 
• Ability to follow cleanroom protocols
• Maintains a clean & organized workspace
• Familiarity with quality control and compliance procedures
• Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings
• Mission driven and team oriented

• Experience with mechanical and optical bonds & adhesives
• Enthusiasm to work with engineering to improve/develop procedures and offer suggestions
• Technical writing ability for improving work instructions & providing feedback
• Demonstrated experience in:
• A high volume production environment
• Identifying a quality/procedure issue and working with engineering to find a resolution
• Experience with alignment and metrology tools such as:
• Shearing interferometers
• Optical power meters
• Infrared cameras and sensors
• Interferometers for surface quality and wavefront error measurements

If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!