Qualification

Advanced PM fiber splicing expertiseBroader fiber-optic proficiencyProven ability to handle fragileBackground in a laser lab

S., B.S., or equivalent hands-on technical training in optics, photonics, precision assembly, or a related field
Demonstrated experience assembling and aligning free-space optical systems (mirrors, lenses, beam splitters, waveplates, AOMs/EOMs, or similar)
Advanced PM fiber splicing expertise: fusion splicing, PM axis alignment, loss measurement, and splicer qualification
Broader fiber-optic proficiency: connectorization, FC/APC/PC polishing, fiber routing, and power measurement
Proven ability to handle fragile, high-value, and long-lead optical components with zero-defect discipline
Ability to work from engineering drawings, optical layouts, and assembly procedures independently
Comfort with opto-mechanical hardware across form factors: optical breadboards, cage systems, and rack-mounted enclosures
Rigorous documentation habits — build steps, serial numbers, and configuration states recorded as a matter of course

Background in a laser lab, photonics manufacturing, or precision optical assembly environment
PM splicing experience extending into active fiber signal chains (amplifier seed delivery, pre-amplifier interconnects)
Laser safety discipline for hot assembly work: comfort operating near live high-power beams, familiarity with interlocked enclosures, beam dump practices, and Class 3B/4 laser handling procedures
Ability to read optical and mechanical CAD drawings (Zemax, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Exposure to laser characterization equipment: power meters, beam profilers, optical spectrum analyzers
Experience in a prototype or R&D build environment (university lab, national lab, or early-stage company)
The approximate base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $140,000.
We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

Laser Systems Specialist at QuEra Computing · LumiJobs

Laser Systems Specialist