We are seeking a
Photonics Test Manager in our
Broomfield, CO Location. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Key Responsibilities:- Personnel Manager for a team of engineers and scientists whose charter is to characterize photonic devices and optical components needed for trapped-ion quantum computers
- Manage and scale physical resources for test and measurement to ensure timely delivery of accurate data to development teams
- Collaborate with technical staff on developing photonic roadmaps, technology development, and advanced R&D activities
- Guide and coordinate optical R&D efforts from concept to production release for multi-year projects
- Plan and nurture career development of direct-reporting engineers/scientists through mentoring, coaching, and training
- Implement best practices and behaviors in an R&D environment to ensure quality and requirements are met
- Identify key technologies, innovations, infrastructure, and resources needed to improve optical development capabilities to meet business needs
- Lead in recruiting and retaining high performing technical staff
YOU MUST HAVE:- Bachelor's Degree minimum
- Minimum 5+ years of industry experience in managing hardware-oriented technical teams
- Minimum 2+ years' experience managing optics/photonics teams
- Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
- Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
WE VALUE:- Ph.D. or Masters in Optics, Applied Physics, or a related field preferred
- Experience with optical projects from concept to production
- 4+ years experience with optical test and measurement preferred
- 2+ experience with integrated photonics device characterization and/or design preferred
- Experience with edge- and grating-coupled integrated photonic measurement systems
- Experience with automation techniques for optical characterization equipment
$162,000 - $218,000 a year
Compensation & Benefits:Incentive Eligible - Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable
The pay range for this role is $162,000 - $218,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
What's in it for you?We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.
- Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
- Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
- Equity opportunities
- Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave
- Employee discount programs
