Production Technician

PsiQuantumsmission is to build the first useful quantum computersmachines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016 our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy pharmaceuticals finance agriculture transportation materials and other foundational industries.

Our architecture and approachisbased on silicon photonics. Byleveragingthe advanced semiconductor manufacturing industryincluding partners like GlobalFoundrieswe use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale: photonsdontfeel heat are immune to electromagnetic interference and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.

In 2024PsiQuantumannounced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane Australia and Chicago Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically definingand that now is the time to scale.

PsiQuantumalso develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application software and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companiesincluding Lockheed Martin Mercedes-Benz Boehringer Ingelheim and Mitsubishi Chemicalto prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.

Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. Itrepresentsa fundamental shiftand a path to mastering challenges that cannot besolvedany other way. The potential is enormous and we have a clearpathto make it real.

Come join us.

Job Summary:

This hourly Operations Technician position supports the assembly and processing of photonic and semiconductor subassemblies with a primary focus on wire bonding optical edge coupling precision alignment and subassembly builds.

The technician will assemble and inspect small sensitive components using microscopes precision tooling and manual or semi-automated equipment. Responsibilities include supporting wire bond operations fiber preparation and optical coupling material handling build tracking and accurate MES transactions throughout the manufacturing process.

The ideal candidate is dependable detail-oriented and comfortable working independently in a low-volume high-mix manufacturing environment. They should be able to follow detailed work instructions inspect their own work perform basic troubleshooting and automation equipment and communicate build status equipment issues and process concerns clearly to Operations and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble process and inspect semiconductor optical and subassembly components according to approved instructions.
• Support wire bonding edge coupling fiber handling optical alignment equipment operation and subassembly testing.
• Handle verify move and track materials and work-in-process throughout the operations line.
• Complete accurate and timely MES transactions for build progress material movement holds rework and completed work.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and perform approved basic troubleshooting of computers software tooling and automation systems.
• Inspect completed work identify defects or process issues and escalate problems when additional support is needed.
• Maintain clear build records and provide daily shift pass-downs covering status results issues and open actions.
• Follow safety cleanroom quality and material-handling requirements while maintaining an organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with Operations Engineering and support teams and recommend practical process improvements.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience in semiconductor photonics optical electronics or R&D manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with wire bonding wire bond inspection edge coupling active optical alignment fiber handling or precision subassembly is strongly preferred.
• Experience with fiber-optic cleaving splicing routing and handling.
• Experience handling assembling and inspecting semiconductor dies and other small fragile components.
• High manual dexterity and strong attention to detail when working with microscopes precision tools fixtures and sensitive materials.
• Experience operating manual automated or semi-automated assembly and inspection equipment.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of Windows computers equipment software network connections sensors fixtures and automation interfaces.
• Experience using MES to track builds materials work-in-process holds rework and production activity.
• Knowledge of cleanroom manufacturing electrostatic discharge controls safe material handling and work-in-process control.
• Ability to follow work instructions inspect personal work identify problems and work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to support multiple operational tasks in a fast-paced low-volume high-mix environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and work overtime or weekends when required.

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability military or veteran status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

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