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.