Principal Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist - 842

We are seeking an experienced Principal Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist to work on a supplier site in Malta, NY as a full time Quantinuum employee developing highly scaled ion traps for our quantum computers.All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.Key Responsibilities:Participate in all stages of development and manufacturing of microfabricated ion traps, including new concept creation, design, layout, fabrication, packaging and characterizationAssess requirements of current and future ion traps, and specify or develop designs and processes meeting those requirementsGenerate new ideas and IP for ion trap features and componentsWork closely with an integrated team of scientists, engineers and technicians to translate system requirements and designs into functional hardwareProactively anticipate fabrication risks and implement mitigation strategiesLead engagements with 3rd parties to cultivate possible key partnerships, supplier relationships, and co-development opportunitiesLead strategic, long-range planning for future trap designs and processesYOU MUST HAVE:Master's degree with at least 10 year's experience in one or more of the following areas: MEMS fabrication, IC fabrication, integrated optics of waveguides, ion trap fabrication, and chip-scale photonicsDue 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 statusDue 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:PhD in Physics, Materials Science or EngineeringDemonstrated leadership in micro-fabricated device design, process and characterizationExperience developing ion traps, integrated photonics, and related devicesExperiencing interfacing with a semiconductor foundryRelevant experience with process integration and development in a micro-fabrication manufacturing environmentExperience with a wide range of semiconductor/MEMS processes and processing tools including layout, thin film deposition, additive and subtractive patterning, photolithography, deep reactive ion etching, and process integration, and 2.5D/3D packagingPublished results within their field of researchExperience leading cross-functional teamsIndividuals who are results-oriented and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done despite competing prioritiesGood interpersonal skills, verbal and written$192,000 - $240,000 a yearCompensation & Benefits:Incentive Eligible - Range posted is inclusive of bonus targetThe pay range for this role is $192,000 - $240,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.What's in it for you?A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing workFlexible work scheduleEmployer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) match for student loan repayment benefitEquity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick timePaid parental leaveEmployee discountsQuantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.