Staff Manufacturing Engineer
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.
The salary range for this position is $123,191 - $161,289.
We are looking for a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to lead initial production of our cryogenic subsystems. As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, execution, and on-time delivery of cryogenic components in a low-rate production workcell. Partnering with Operations, the Staff Manufacturing Engineer will work to stand up critical assembly processes along with business processes, tools and systems in support of manufacturing our products. This critical team member will work to establish, characterize and improve our current and future processes through a disciplined engineering approach as we progress on our mission to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily production execution and provide direction to build technicians to ensure on-time delivery of cryogenic subsystems
- Partner with Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Engineering to plan material availability, eliminate supplier escapes, support vendor qualifications and MRB processes.
- Work with Engineering to develop and implement long-term plan to improve mechanical and optical assembly process in support of cryogenic and vacuum components
- Create work instructions, process SOPs, EH&S guidelines and maintenance SOPs for area of responsibility
- Initiate / support / implement continuous process improvement, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), RCCA, statistical process controls and key measurables
- Partner with Facilities and Lab management on specification, implementation and bring-up of production infrastructure
- Initiate and implement LEAN manufacturing and Cost Reduction activities
- Establish processes and procedures in compliance with our QMS, consistent with in industry standards (eg ISO9000)
- Drive end to end yield improvements and cycle time reduction
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective action on production failures
- Troubleshoot and correct equipment failures
- Training and certifications of manufacturing technicians
- Meet business objectives and key results
You’d be a good fit with:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in high-tech, engineering driven, manufacturing environment of complex electro-optical systems, subsystems and components
- Experience transforming R&D prototypes into highly reliable products
- The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, analytic, detail-oriented, possesses quantitative analysis skills, self-motivated, a great team member, able to proactively communicate with employees at all levels and delivering excellence in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Mechanical, electrical, and optical equipment troubleshooting experience
- Experience in implementation, use or configuration of PLM systems
- Experience in implementation, use or configuration of ERP/MRP/MES systems
- Collaboration with cross-functional development teams including production, engineering, research and development
- Strong hands-on attitude and ability to spend significant time "on the floor" with the team, being involved at the detail level
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Science
You’d be a great fit with:
- Experience with electro-optical packaging including solder bonding, epoxy dispensing and electrical feedthroughs
- General knowledge of complex optical, electrical or mechanical products and systems
- Additional experience desired with semiconductor, optics, and photonics components, opto-electronic modules, vacuum assemblies, and cryogenic systems
- Experience/success in interacting with suppliers directly. Collaboration with supply chain sourcing, fostering partnerships for critical development and risk reduction
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work well with customers, suppliers and interdisciplinary team
- Ability to act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational programs and factories and/or supplier health development
- Best-in-class cross-functional communication, collaboration & presentation skills
- Ability to work on-site every day
Location:
This position is located at our bright, airy headquarter office in College Park, MD.
Our HQ is located in College Park, Maryland and we are a 15 minute metro ride from Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in the Seattle, Washington area. Depending on the position, you may be required to be located in Washington DC, Seattle, Washington or the Toronto, Canada area. However, IonQ will be expanding into additional geographies both domestically and internationally so don’t let this stop you from applying.
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement for all, while at the same time striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment in which any individual can feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued.
We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, and military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
The base pay component of the offer will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The total compensation package may include other elements dependent on the position and level. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. Beyond base pay, total compensation includes a range of health insurance options and other benefits which can be found on our site at ionq.co/jobs. Some of our benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, home internet stipend, a generous PTO plan, parental/adoption leave, 401K, dental and vision plans and paid holidays.
If you are interested in being a part of this team and mission, we encourage you to apply.
