Monarch Quantum

Photonics Engineering Technician Level 3

San Diego, California, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$30k-$45kDetected 7 days ago

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About the role

As a Photonics Engineering Technician 3, you will work in a high-tech photonics laboratory environment, supporting development of complex optical modules for Monarch Quantum's photonic "engines".
Align, collimate, and fiber couple a variety of optical components.
Assemble compound optical and opto-mechanical subassemblies according to engineering direction.

Inspect and monitor material and build quality throughout the assembly process.
Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot technical and build-related issues.
Support problem analysis and contribute to process improvements.
You will collaborate closely with engineers to assemble, align, test, and prototype optical systems using both manual and automated methods.

Associates degree in relevant technical field 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in startup, R&D, prototype manufacturing, or technology-focused environment.
Strong ability to interpret technical requirements, specifications, and documentation.
Experience working in laboratory, prototype, or low-volume manufacturing environments.
Experience assembling compound optical and opto-mechanical assemblies Proficiency with common measurement and inspection tools (calipers, multimeters, microscopes, tape measures, hot plates, bake ovens).

Preferred Skills: Demonstrated experience aligning, collimating, and fiber-coupling optical components.

Demonstrated experience aligning, collimating, and fiber-coupling optical components.
Experience soldering small, ESD-sensitive electronic components.
Experience cleaning free-space and fiber-optic components.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Clear and effective communication skills when working with engineering teams.
As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for
Monarch's comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

ff) Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physic

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