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The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter and problem solver with a data-driven mindset who operates effectively with minimal supervision.\n\nDuties / Responsibilities:\n\nLead packaging design at the component level for EO/OE devices including DFB lasers, optical receivers, fiber-optic components, and photonic integrated circuits (PICs) — from die attach and fiber pigtailing through hermetic sealing.\n\nDefine system-level opto-mechanical architecture: translate optical and electrical requirements into integrated mechanical layouts, identify packaging constraints, and establish interface specifications across subsystems.\n\nConceptualize, design, and prototype mechanical assemblies spanning free-space optical benches, fiber-optic subassemblies, and multi-element module housings.\n\nOwn all mechanical CAD in SolidWorks: parts, assemblies, drawings, and configurations; enforce GD&T to ASME Y14.5; manage revision-controlled design documentation and vendor DFM/DFA coordination.\n\nGenerate and review mechanical and optical drawings; perform tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure dimensional compliance over full environmental range.\n\nDesign jigs, fixtures, and assembly tooling to support fiber pigtailing, lens alignment, die attach, and wire/ribbon bonding operations.\n\nSupport qualification programs per MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-883, or Telcordia GR-468; define test plans, analyze data, and author qualification reports.\n\nPresent technical work clearly to team members and customers; produce engineering reports, SOPs, and design review packages within an ISO 9001 / AS9100 QMS.\n\nRequired Skills & Experience:\n\nB.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent discipline.\n\n2–8 years of experience in opto-mechanical engineering, photonic module packaging, or precision optical instrument design; level and compensation commensurate with experience.\n\nSolid fundamentals of mechanical design: materials selection (metals, ceramics, optical glasses) and manufacturing processes.\n\nDemonstrated experience in product design and development — from concept through qualified, manufacturable hardware.\n\nWorking experience packaging EO/OE modules: DFB lasers, optical receivers, fiber-optic assemblies, and PICs.\n\nExpert proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, assemblies, drawings, GD&T, configurations) — this is the primary design tool for this role.\n\nMotivated self-starter and problem solver with a data-driven mindset; drives tasks to closure independently.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills; experienced presenting technical work to internal teams and external customers.\n\nMust be a United States Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement).\n\nAdditional Preferred Skills:\n\nFamiliarity with Zemax OpticStudio for basic ray tracing and optical tolerance analysis.\n\nExperience with finite element flow simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL, or SolidWorks Flow Simulation) for aerodynamic analysis and thermal-fluid performance characterization.\n\nExperience with hermetic packaging: Kovar housings, glass-to-metal seals, TEC integration, and optical adhesives.\n\nKnowledge of qualification standards: MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-883, Telcordia GR-468, or ECSS.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Quantum Computing","rawCompany":"quantum computing","city":"Bedford","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-06-20T03:13:55.116Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.07","title":"Photonics Engineers","slug":"photonics-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"334519","title":"Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing","slug":"other-measuring-and-controlling-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"339115","title":"Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing","slug":"ophthalmic-goods-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Optomechanical Engineer","description":"JOB TITLE : Optomechanical Engineer\n\nDIVISION: Photonics\n\nLOCATION: Bedford, MA\n\nREPORTS TO: Engineering Manager\n\nScope of the Job:\n\nQCi is seeking an Optomechanical Engineer — at a level commensurate with experience — to design and develop precision opto-mechanical assemblies and photonic module packages for Aerospace & Defense and advanced photonics applications. 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