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.
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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.
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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.
Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com.
We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
Base pay is one part of the total compensation package. Full-time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across multiple U.S. geographic markets, and we pay based on defined geographic zones. This position may be filled within one of the following U.S. geographic zones, each with its own salary range.
Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's qualifications, relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, business needs, and internal equity. Your recruiter can share more details about the salary range applicable to your location during the hiring process.
Zone 1 - Bay Area and NYC
Zone 2 - Examples include Los Angeles and Washington DC
Zone 3 - Examples include Austin, Chicago, and Sacramento
Zone 4 - Examples include Nashville and Phoenix/Tempe and many remote locations
This position includes the following benefits: competitive health coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) with company match, equity grants, access to financial wellness tools and planning resources, wellness benefits, family support programs, life and disability insurance, paid leave programs, company-designated paid holidays, discretionary time off (DTO), and an end-of-year company shutdown. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements and may vary based on location, role, or employment status. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
The estimated annual base salary range for this role is:
About PsiQuantum
Technology
PsiQuantum is developing the world's first commercially useful quantum computer using a photonics-based approach to solve problems beyond the reach of classical systems.
