Laser Systems Specialist

Qualifications

• S., B.S., or equivalent hands-on technical training in optics, photonics, precision assembly, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience assembling and aligning free-space optical systems (mirrors, lenses, beam splitters, waveplates, AOMs/EOMs, or similar)
• Advanced PM fiber splicing expertise: fusion splicing, PM axis alignment, loss measurement, and splicer qualification
• Broader fiber-optic proficiency: connectorization, FC/APC/PC polishing, fiber routing, and power measurement
• Proven ability to handle fragile, high-value, and long-lead optical components with zero-defect discipline
• Ability to work from engineering drawings, optical layouts, and assembly procedures independently
• Comfort with opto-mechanical hardware across form factors: optical breadboards, cage systems, and rack-mounted enclosures
• Rigorous documentation habits — build steps, serial numbers, and configuration states recorded as a matter of course
• Preferred Qualifications
• Background in a laser lab, photonics manufacturing, or precision optical assembly environment
• PM splicing experience extending into active fiber signal chains (amplifier seed delivery, pre-amplifier interconnects)
• Laser safety discipline for hot assembly work: comfort operating near live high-power beams, familiarity with interlocked enclosures, beam dump practices, and Class 3B/4 laser handling procedures
• Ability to read optical and mechanical CAD drawings (Zemax, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Exposure to laser characterization equipment: power meters, beam profilers, optical spectrum analyzers
• Experience in a prototype or R&D build environment (university lab, national lab, or early-stage company)
• The approximate base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $140,000.
• We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.
• QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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