IonQ

AIT Mechanical Integration Technician

IonQ$88K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, AIT, electronics, PCB assembly, or high-precision manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with precision fasteners and metric hardware.
  • Proficiency using basic math for measurements.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and drawings.
  • Effective communication skills in English.
  • Ability to comply with safety, ESD, and PPE requirements.
  • High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble mechanical, electromechanical, and opto-mechanical components following work instructions.
  • Identify and organize tools and components based on technical descriptions and BOMs.
  • Perform precision inspections using metrology tools to meet aerospace-level specifications.
  • Conduct mechanical and functional tests; troubleshoot and perform repairs when required.
  • Document test outcomes, deviations, and failure analysis results.
  • Collaborate with engineering to implement corrective actions and fixture updates.
  • Maintain ESD and FOD controls and follow space-grade cleanliness standards.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within AIT.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Matching 401(k) program.
  • Unlimited PTO and paid holidays.
  • Parental/adoption leave.
  • Legal insurance.
  • Home technology stipend.
Full Job Description
Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. Travel: Up to 5%Job ID: 1444

The Role

The AIT Mechanical Integration Technician plays a key role in Skyloom's Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) operations. This position is responsible for the hands-on mechanical assembly of flight and non-flight hardware, including precision components, subassemblies, harnesses, and opto-mechanical structures.

Responsibilities
  • Assemble mechanical, electromechanical, and opto-mechanical components following work instructions.
  • Identify and organize tools and components based on technical descriptions and BOMs.
  • Perform precision inspections using metrology tools to meet aerospace-level specifications.
  • Conduct mechanical and functional tests; troubleshoot and perform repairs when required.
  • Document test outcomes, deviations, and failure analysis results.
  • Collaborate with engineering to implement corrective actions and fixture updates.
  • Maintain ESD and FOD controls and follow space-grade cleanliness standards.
  • Report deviations in parts, tools, or workflows.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within AIT.
  • Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications
  • 1-3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, AIT, electronics, PCB assembly, or high-precision manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with precision fasteners and metric hardware.
  • Proficiency using basic math for measurements.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and drawings.
  • Effective communication skills in English.
  • Ability to comply with safety, ESD, and PPE requirements.
  • High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in aerospace, cleanroom, AIT, or precision assembly environments.
  • Familiarity with space hardware or optical components.
  • Experience with ERP/MES systems such as Odoo.
  • Interest in skill development within a multidisciplinary and international team.

Compensation

The approximate base salary range for this position is $88,270- $110,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.

About IonQ

IonQ is a quantum computing company that is developing a general-purpose, full-stack quantum computer based on trapped ion technology. The company was founded in 2015 by Chris Monroe and Jungsang Kim. IonQ's quantum computer is designed to be scalable, error-corrected, and fault-tolerant, and is expected to be able to solve problems that are intractable for classical computers. The company has partnerships with Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and others. IonQ has raised over $225 million in funding to date.
Learn more about IonQ
Size
100 employees
Market Cap
$633 million
Industry
Founded
2016
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at IonQ

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar AIT Mechanical Integration Technician jobs: