Principal Systems Integration & Test Lead
Core
Lead whole-system integration of neutral-atom quantum computers across optics, laser delivery, vacuum interfaces, RF controls, timing, and instrument software to prepare machines for atom-based verification.
Role type
Principal Systems Integration & Test Lead
Builds
Neutral-atom quantum computers
Domain
Quantum computing / Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics
Required skills
Neutral-atom quantum computer integration, optical alignment, laser stability diagnostics, vacuum interface management, synchronized RF and control systems, AMO physics (laser-atom interactions, cooling, trapping), fault isolation, technical leadership, mentoring, hardware readiness review
Preferred skills
Laboratory automation, automated checkout methods evaluation
Technologies
Optics, lasers, vacuum systems, RF controls, timing systems, instrument software
Responsibilities
Lead cross-subsystem troubleshooting with laser, controls, subsystem, and QE specialists to resolve hardware and interface problems; define hardware-readiness checks and integration criteria with Quantum Engineers; perform and guide system-level optical alignment, laser-delivery checks, controls checkout, and safety checks; mentor and train integration engineers and technicians; support hardware corrections during QE testing and partner with Manufacturing Engineering to reduce alignment rework.
