34 optical engineer jobs found

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. We are seeking a Principal Optical Engineer. As a technical lead, you will define and implement rigorous standards for optical engineering, ensuring design integrity through detailed modeling and analysis. You will collaborate closely with physicists and subject matter experts to architect the optical assemblies and modules essential for our next-generation neutral atom quantum computers. This position reports directly to the VP, Optical Engineering and requires being on-site at our Boulder, CO facility 4-5 days per week. Job Responsibilities Initiate and lead the design and specification of complex, next-generation optical systems and subsystems from the component level up...

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking an Optical Engineer to help lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems and to help build them out and develop fixtures and processes for their precision alignment and assembly. Job Responsibilities Partner with mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design optical subsystems in the areas of laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities Analyze and make recommendations to the engineering team for balancing competing requirements Create novel designs and specifications of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level Evaluate suitability of design solutions by...

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking an Senior Optical Engineer to lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems and to drive their build out and develop fixtures and processes for their precision alignment and assembly. Job Responsibilities Lead cross-functional partnerships with mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design optical subsystems in the areas of laser distribution, high numerical aperture microscope imaging, and optical cavities Define system architecture and make critical strategic decisions for balancing competing requirements. Create novel designs and specifications of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level...

At Infleqtion we solve the world's most challenging problems using cutting-edge quantum technology. Our mission is to commercialize atom-based quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in sensing and computing applications. We are proud to work tirelessly to create and lead the quantum ecosystem towards meaningful advancements today and set the technology roadmap for tomorrow. POSITION SUMMARY Within Infleqtion's Quantum Computing Product Group, the Hardware Engineering Team is seeking a Staff Optical Engineer to provide deep technical contribution and subsystem-level leadership in advanced optical systems for neutral-atom quantum computing. The successful candidate will independently own complex optical subsystems, working closely with physicists and cross-disciplinary engineering teams to translate experimental requirements into robust, high-performance optical designs. This role is hands-on and laboratory-focused, with responsibility for driving designs...

Description Position at Samtec, Inc Samtec is seeking an Optics Test Engineer with a minimum of five years of experience in microelectronic / microsystem / optical design or manufacturing industries. The Optics Test Engineer position will work out of the Colorado Springs, CO location. The Optics Test Engineer is a self-motivated contributor, working with engineering groups at SAMTEC to develop and deliver optical product testing solutions for volume manufacturing. This position plans and executes the test development activities of assigned programs. They will ensure product test requirements are clearly defined, create plans to meet the requirements, assisting in roadmap development for continuous improvement. The Optics Test Engineer is the key point of contact for other groups on test development activities, until a manufacturable solution has been transferred to production, and then will continue to support on-going production as required. Essential...

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. Atom Computing is seeking a Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer to help lead the design of opto-mechanical subsystems, while also assisting with fixturing, assembly, alignment, test, and integration. Job Responsibilities Initiate and lead the design and specification of complex, next-generation opto-mechanical systems, ultra-high vacuum chambers, and mechanical infrastructure from the component level up to the system level. Collaborate with technical leaders across engineering domains to define product requirements and inform the next-generation hardware development lifecycle. Partner with physicists and subject matter experts to architect robust mechanical solutions for...

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving some of the world's most challenging problems by building and integrating quantum computers, sensors, and networks. The QGG Pathfinder program brings together atomic physics, aerospace hardware, electronics, software, supply chain, and mission assurance to mature a flight-relevant quantum gravity gradiometer payload. Position Summary Infleqtion is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support QGG mechanical design, drawings, tooling, fixtures, and low-complexity part ownership. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys converting technical direction into clean CAD models, released drawings, buildable parts, and practical tooling that helps a complex aerospace quantum payload move from design into integration. Job Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the...

Attalon / Longmont, CO Overview At Attalon, we are at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge precision optical systems tailored for the most challenging environments. From spaceborne telescopes to seaborne sensor systems, our innovative solutions serve a critical role in advancing global defense and aerospace missions. If you're passionate about creating technical excellence and solving complex engineering challenges, join our team of world-class professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Located along Colorado's scenic Front Range and nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Longmont offers a high quality of life, breathtaking natural beauty, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it the perfect place to balance work and play. Job Details The Staff Mechanical Engineer is a key contributor to the development of advanced electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical subsystems for telescopes, beam directors, and related...

Description Location: Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience: 3+ years of experience. Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field. Compensation: $75,000-$104,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in...

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. It's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together. YOUR MISSION The next generation of Space Based Interceptors demands hardware that performs flawlessly at hypersonic speeds, survives extreme thermal and aerodynamic environments, and delivers precision intercept against the most advanced threats ever fielded. True Anomaly is building that hardware - and we are...

Responsibilities Overview This role is responsible for mechanical engineering design and analysis of complex spacecraft and payloads, spanning from the lowest-level components, all the way to the space vehicle level. As a mechanical engineer on our team, you will drive design excellence into wide range of OSS products and programs, through all phases of design until you witness your designs on orbit. Key Responsibilities Own design and development of custom mechanical and electromechanical parts and assemblies. Create detailed designs to implement part concepts and generate CAD models in SolidWorks for components, assemblies, and space vehicles. Apply first-order hand calculations and empirical formulas to assess and iterate on your designs rapidly. Validate your designs by building development articles to test and rapidly iterate on the design. Develop design criteria, collaborate on requirements, and drive system-level optimization. Generate detailed production...

Company Description WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That's where we come in. We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide. This isn't theoretical work. It's real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today. We're looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level. Join us and let's shape the future of data. Job Description Western Digital is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience to design, develop, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for our Hard Disk Drive (HDD) product portfolio and data storage solutions. The...

Attalon is a leading technology partner to the global aerospace and defense industry, specializing in the physics of light and heat. With over 500 employees in the U.S., Attalon engineers critical optical, laser, and coating technologies that enable systems to see farther, target faster, and survive the harshest environments. From high-energy directed laser systems to satellite optics and hypersonic thermal protection, Attalon equips the warfighter with the advantage of precision. Job Summary: The Lead Mechanical Engineer is responsible for directing the design, analysis, and integration of high-performance opto-mechanical systems, such as telescopes, beam directors, and related instruments and subsystems. This role spans the development of precision structures, mechanisms, and optical support assemblies for use on platforms ranging from terrestrial to spaceborne. Responsibilities include leading mechanical design teams in CAD modeling, performing or overseeing structural and...

Attalon / Longmont, CO Overview At Attalon, we are at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge precision optical systems tailored for the most challenging environments. From spaceborne telescopes to seaborne sensor systems, our innovative solutions serve a critical role in advancing global defense and aerospace missions. If you're passionate about creating technical excellence and solving complex engineering challenges, join our team of world-class professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Located along Colorado's scenic Front Range and nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Longmont offers a high quality of life, breathtaking natural beauty, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it the perfect place to balance work and play. Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer Job Details A Principal ME will demonstrate expertise in the design, analysis and integration planning of precision, opto-mechanical subsystems such as...

Attalon / Longmont, CO Overview At Attalon, we are at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge precision optical systems tailored for the most challenging environments. From spaceborne telescopes to seaborne sensor systems, our innovative solutions serve a critical role in advancing global defense and aerospace missions. If you're passionate about creating technical excellence and solving complex engineering challenges, join our team of world-class professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Located along Colorado's scenic Front Range and nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Longmont offers a high quality of life, breathtaking natural beauty, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it the perfect place to balance work and play. Job Title: Principal Mechanical Engineer Job Details A Principal ME will demonstrate expertise in the design, analysis and integration planning of precision, opto-mechanical subsystems such as...

AURA/NSO is hiring for a Senior Controls Engineer (Sr CE) to provide senior technical leadership and end-to-end controls engineering expertise for the ngGONG telescope design project. This role is responsible for the ngGONG-wide controls and electronics architecture, spanning facility and rack-level power distribution and electrical/electronic/control systems for telescopes, instruments, safety, and observatory electronics. The Sr CE leads and contributes to the design of complex electronics control systems; manages assigned controls/electronic design work packages; and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, scientists, site/facility stakeholders, and external partners. The position solves complex controls and coordination challenges and supports project cost, schedule, risk, safety, and technical performance objectives throughout the design lifecycle. This position supports the currently funded design phase of ngGONG and is expected to continue into...

AURA/NSO is hiring for a Senior Controls Engineer (Sr CE) to provide senior technical leadership and end-to-end controls engineering expertise for the ngGONG telescope design project. This role is responsible for the ngGONG-wide controls and electronics architecture, spanning facility and rack-level power distribution and electrical/electronic/control systems for telescopes, instruments, safety, and observatory electronics. The Sr CE leads and contributes to the design of complex electronics control systems; manages assigned controls/electronic design work packages; and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, scientists, site/facility stakeholders, and external partners. The position solves complex controls and coordination challenges and supports project cost, schedule, risk, safety, and technical performance objectives throughout the design lifecycle. This position supports the currently funded design phase of ngGONG and is expected to continue into...

The Mechanical Engineer III is a critical contributor to the success of the Next-Generation Global Observing Network Group (ngGONG) design project, bridging detailed mechanical engineering with system-level observatory performance. By leading the design of key mechanical subsystems, this role ensures that telescope and instrumentation hardware meets demanding requirements for precision, stability, and long-term reliability. Working in close partnership with the Principal Mechanical Engineer and cross-disciplinary teams, the ME3 helps translate complex scientific and system requirements into practical, manufacturable designs. The quality and rigor of this work directly influence the performance, serviceability, and longevity of ngGONG's observatory systems-making this role essential to delivering a world-class solar observing capability. The ngGONG project is currently funded for a three-year design phase, with the potential for additional funding contingent upon selection to...

The Mechanical Engineer III is a critical contributor to the success of the Next-Generation Global Observing Network Group (ngGONG) design project, bridging detailed mechanical engineering with system-level observatory performance. By leading the design of key mechanical subsystems, this role ensures that telescope and instrumentation hardware meets demanding requirements for precision, stability, and long-term reliability. Working in close partnership with the Principal Mechanical Engineer and cross-disciplinary teams, the ME3 helps translate complex scientific and system requirements into practical, manufacturable designs. The quality and rigor of this work directly influence the performance, serviceability, and longevity of ngGONG's observatory systems-making this role essential to delivering a world-class solar observing capability. The ngGONG project is currently funded for a three-year design phase, with the potential for additional funding contingent upon selection to...

About Charm Our mission is to return the atmosphere to 280 ppm CO₂. We convert excess inedible biomass into carbon-rich bio-oil and inject it into underground storage for permanent carbon removal. At scale, we can use bio-oil to make fossil-free iron. Our carbon removal efforts began in 2020 with initial purchases from customers like Stripe, Shopify, and Microsoft. Since then, we've scaled to thousands of tons of carbon removal , grown to over a hundred employees, and established three locations in San Francisco, Colorado, and Louisiana. We're expanding our team of ambitious, creative, and hands-on problem solvers. We value psychological safety, collaboration, and continuous learning. We take calculated risks and treat mistakes as opportunities to improve. If you're excited about tackling big challenges, we encourage you to explore our company values . Come help us reverse climate change. Gigatons or bust! About the Role As a Senior Mechanical Engineer based out of our...