Senior Manufacturing Technician at IonQ

About IonQ:

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.

Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before.

We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Technician. As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.

In this role, you will execute the assembly and testing of high-precision devices and free-space optical systems. You will be responsible for the alignment of complex assemblies and must apply manufacturing best practices to meet production requirements. Working closely with the engineering team, you will follow detailed work instructions to ensure all components meet the technical specifications required for our quantum computers.

Responsibilities:

Support the daily production build plan and requirements within the manufacturing environment.
Work closely with Manufacturing and Product Engineers to follow detailed work instructions to assemble opto-mechanical subassemblies and components with a safety and quality mindset, and a high-level attention to detail.
Assemble, inspect, and test opto-mechanical and electronic assemblies.
Support the handling, storage, and packaging of large assemblies and components.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering & Test (E&T) teams to conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
Present findings and suggestions to technical teams, including documenting assembly best practices and redlining assembly documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs.

You’d be a good fit with:

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum 2-year technical degree combined with 3+ years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech electronics, optomechanical, or manufacturing environment (or equivalent experience).
Experience in electronics and optics assembly, including the ability to follow detailed work instructions and provide clear, constructive feedback.
Comfortable working in both engineering/development lab settings and structured manufacturing environments.
Detail-oriented individual with excellent fine motor skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Experience using hand tools and performing minor lab repairs. Must be able to perform moderate, sometimes repetitious, physical work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
Proven ability to read, understand, and adhere to assembly drawings, CAD drawings, technical specifications, and operating procedures.
Experience with data collection and analysis. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency, particularly with Google Sheets and MS Office.

You’d be a great fit with:

Demonstrated hands-on experience in an opto-mechanical production environment.
Proficiency in working with complex optical systems, including free-space optics, fiber optics, and lasers.
Skilled in the alignment of lenses, mirrors, prisms, and other optical/opto-mechanical components on an optical breadboard.
Experience operating in a research and development (R&D) setting and/or a low-volume, high-mix production environment.
Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP), product lifecycle management (PLM), and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Location: This role will work onsite at our office located in Bothell, WA
Travel: Up to 10%

The approximate base salary range for this position is $71,194 - $85,967. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while 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 where individuals 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, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.

US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.

If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!