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Salary: USD 180,000 - 220,000 / annual
Atom Computing is building quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. We are seeking a Hardware Engineering Manager to lead the development of control systems hardware from board design through fabrication, assembly, bring-up, and integration into working instruments.
You will lead a team of hardware engineers responsible for PCB design, bring-up, and test of quantum control system instruments. This role combines people leadership with deep technical expertise in PCB fabrication and assembly, including a strong understanding of manufacturing capabilities, common failure modes, and design-for-manufacturability considerations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and mentor a team of hardware engineers responsible for PCB design, bring-up, and test of quantum control system instruments
- Build and drive strong relationships with PCB fabrication and contract assembly vendors, managing quoting, lead times, quality, and delivery targets
- Lead root-cause investigation and corrective action when prototype boards come back with defects
- Manage the product roadmap and subsystem delivery schedules for both commercial and research projects
- Partner with design and test engineers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) input during the design phase, catching manufacturability issues before boards reach vendors
- Work closely with quantum physicists, optical engineers, and hardware engineers to understand use cases and deliver hardware that addresses their needs
This position reports to the VP of Control Systems & Software.
REQUIREMENTS:
- BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- 10+ years of experience as a hardware engineer, including significant hands-on work with PCB fabrication and contract electronics assembly vendors
- 2+ years managing a team of engineers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team delivering complex hardware projects from design through manufacturing
- Deep working knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, capabilities, and common failure modes
- Comfort working in a low-to-mid-volume, high-complexity build environment with applications to precision instruments, aerospace, photonics, or similar
- Demonstrated experience with root-cause and corrective-action processes for hardware quality issues
PREFERRED:
- Existing relationships with PCB fab houses or contract assembly shops in the Boulder area
- Analog electronics design experience
- RF electronics / software-defined radio experience
