Subsystem Build and Test Manager

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 Subsystem Build & Test Manager to lead production and verification of optical, vacuum/mechanical, and electronic subsystems for our neutral-atom quantum computers. This hands-on leader delivers aligned, tested, and documented assemblies to System Integration & Test (SI&T).

Build and lead a team that turns precision components into the working subsystems of a quantum computer. As part of Atom's new manufacturing organization, you'll shape the team's capabilities, build methods, and culture from the start, while staying directly involved in the hardware.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production of optical breadboards, bonded assemblies, vacuum/mechanical hardware, radio-frequency (RF) control cards, electronics chassis, and cable assemblies.

• Recruit, train, and qualify engineers and technicians; allocate build owners, benches, fixtures, and shared instruments across parallel subsystem workstreams.

• Work with Engineering on first-of-a-kind builds and with Manufacturing Engineering & Quality to establish repeatable assembly methods and subsystem test procedures.

• Confirm material kits, released instructions, qualified personnel, and calibrated equipment are ready before work begins; maintain clean-handling and laboratory safety practices.

• Provide hands-on direction for optical alignment, precision assembly, and troubleshooting; coordinate specialist bonding, electronics, and vacuum work and escalate design issues.

• Oversee approved subsystem measurements and acceptance tests, including optical characterization, electronic checkout, and applicable mechanical or vacuum verification.

• Maintain build, inspection, and test records; release subsystems to SI&T with traceable results and resolved or formally dispositioned issues.

• Track build progress, first-pass acceptance, rework, and cycle time; resolve bottlenecks and use repeat-build findings to improve methods and fixtures.

Experience & Education

• BS in optical, mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, physics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant technical experience; advanced degree preferred.

• 10+ years building and testing precision optical or scientific hardware,

• 3+ years leading multidisciplinary engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with optical bench assembly and alignment, plus working experience coordinating electronic or vacuum/mechanical subsystem production.

• Experience moving engineering prototypes into controlled repeat builds; production of quantum-computer, atomic-physics, or advanced photonics hardware preferred.

• Practical knowledge of optical assembly, alignment, cleanliness, bonding coordination, and the measurements used to verify precision optical subsystems.

• Working knowledge of electronic/RF assembly, chassis and cable checkout, and vacuum/mechanical build requirements.

• Ability to plan labor, bench, and instrument capacity while maintaining required inspection and test gates.

• Experience with released drawings, work instructions, calibrated equipment, nonconformance records, and traceable subsystem release packages.

• Strong hands-on leadership and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to coach engineers and technicians and distinguish process problems from design issues.

• Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds

• Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!

• The base salary range for this position is between $180,000 - $210,000 commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.