Lead Systems Engineer - Laser Specialist 622

Quantinuum
United States
4 months ago
US$148,000 – US$186,000 pa

Salary

US$148,000 – US$186,000 pa

Work Pattern
Full-time
Seniority
Lead
Posted
29 Dec 2025 (4 months ago)

We are seeking a highly qualifiedLead Systems Engineer - Laser Specialist for ourBroomfield, CO location, to join the team developing a next-generation quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a systems engineering professional with a background in laser technology, responsible for guiding the laser and beamline subsystem through its entire lifecycle. The role will serve as the systems engineering interface between the system-level design and architecture team and laser and beamline development teams (both internal and externally contracted). Responsibilities will include subsystem requirements management, interface definition, verification and validation planning, creation and management of engineering documentation, and change management. This role will use the candidate’s expertise in designing cohesive laser systems to contribute to and review subsystem designs. Candidates should expect to be immersed in a fast-paced, team-based, and challenging technical environment where an individual with talent and initiative can stand out and thrive.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

We are seeking a highly qualifiedLead Systems Engineer - Laser Specialist for ourBroomfield, CO location, to join the team developing a next-generation quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a systems engineering professional with a background in laser technology, responsible for guiding the laser and beamline subsystem through its entire lifecycle. The role will serve as the systems engineering interface between the system-level design and architecture team and laser and beamline development teams (both internal and externally contracted). Responsibilities will include subsystem requirements management, interface definition, verification and validation planning, creation and management of engineering documentation, and change management. This role will use the candidate’s expertise in designing cohesive laser systems to contribute to and review subsystem designs. Candidates should expect to be immersed in a fast-paced, team-based, and challenging technical environment where an individual with talent and initiative can stand out and thrive.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage subsystem requirements and specifications. Partner with physics teams to ensure that requirements are understood and complete.

  • Develop and maintain documentation of subsystem interfaces to and interactions with other elements of the system.

  • Develop and maintain subsystem architecture and design documentation, behavior diagrams, and verification and validation plans.

  • Lead a multidisciplinary subsystem team of quantum physicists, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and software developers.

  • Work closely with laser system suppliers to review designs and deliverables for compliance to requirements.

  • Participate in continuous improvement of systems engineering processes, tools, and methods.

  • Perform trade studies to assess subsystem architecture and design choices.

  • Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and buy-in.

  • Mentor junior engineers

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Bachelor’s degree minimum

  • Minimum 6+ total years of experience in laser and systems engineering roles,inclusive of:

  • Minimum 4+ years of experience in laser system hardware design, integration, and product development. This experience may include research work during advanced study or while working in an academic setting. Laser systems expertise must include experience with fiber optic components, electro-optic and acousto-optic modulators, and noise-reduction servos.

  • Minimum 2+ years of systems engineering experience in industry with responsibility for requirements management and interface documentation.

  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.

  • Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen

WE VALUE:

  • Master’s Degree/Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering or related technical field preferred

  • Proven experience in systems engineering of highly complex laser-based systems, such as spacecraft, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, or quantum computers

  • Experience deconstructing highly complex systems into clear and comprehensible constituent pieces and work packages

  • Experience in reviewing designs for scalability and manufacturability

  • Experience in developing reliability, serviceability, and maintainability requirements

  • Proficiency in system modeling, simulations, and analysis tools

  • Demonstrated leadership skills

  • Ability to build strong relationships and effectively partner with others

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

We are seeking a highly qualified Lead Systems Engineer - Laser Specialist for our Broomfield, CO location, to join the team developing a next-generation quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a systems engineering professional with a background in laser technology, responsible for guiding the laser and beamline subsystem through its entire lifecycle. The role will serve as the systems engineering interface between the system-level design and architecture team and laser and beamline development teams (both internal and externally contracted). Responsibilities will include subsystem requirements management, interface definition, verification and validation planning, creation and management of engineering documentation, and change management. This role will use the candidate’s expertise in designing cohesive laser systems to contribute to and review subsystem designs. Candidates should expect to be immersed in a fast-paced, team-based, and challenging technical environment where an individual with talent and initiative can stand out and thrive. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.What’s in it for you?A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing workFlexible work scheduleEmployer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) match for student loan repayment benefitEquity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick timePaid parental leaveEmployee discounts Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fi

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