Mesa Quantum · 14 hours ago
R&D Lab Technician
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expMesa Quantum is building chip-scale quantum sensing systems for resilient timing and navigation. They are looking for a hands-on Hardware Technician to support the assembly, testing, and characterization of quantum sensor systems and subassemblies.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSensor
Responsibilities
Assemble and rework PCBs, cables, and electromechanical subassemblies
Perform optical alignment of components including lasers, optics, and fiber assemblies
Set up and run measurements for electrical, optical, and system-level testing
Support characterization of devices and subsystems
Troubleshoot hardware issues in collaboration with engineers and physicists
Maintain organized build procedures, test protocols, and basic documentation
Help improve assembly workflows to make builds more repeatable and reliable
Maintain lab equipment and help keep the bench and build area clean and functional
Qualification
Required
2+ years of hands-on experience in hardware assembly, lab technician, or electronics technician roles (or equivalent practical experience)
Demonstrated experience with PCB assembly and rework, including fine-pitch soldering and connectors
Experience running measurements with atomic or optical systems
Experience characterizing optoelectronic devices
Comfortable working with basic electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and multimeters
Experience with or strong interest in optical alignment, photonics, or working with lasers
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to building and testing hardware
Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate build and test documentation
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, early-stage environment where priorities evolve
Clear communicator who can surface issues early and collaborate with engineers to resolve them
Benefits
Top tier employee and family health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
Unlimited PTO
Paid parental leave
Stock ownership plan
Additional fringe benefits such as relocation allowance, weekly lunches, gym memberships, and more
Company
Mesa Quantum
Mesa Quantum is a quantum sensor manufacturing company that provides volume manufacturing of integrable chip-scale technology solutions.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$15.02MKey Investors
New Mexico Economic Development DepartmentJ2 Ventures
2026-01-05Series A· $11.22M
2025-04-16Grant· $0.1M
2024-09-05Seed· $3.7M
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