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How does a Remote Optical Engineer Intern typically collaborate with more experienced engineers and project teams?

As a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, you will regularly collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams through virtual meetings, shared documentation, and version-controlled design platforms. You'll often participate in design reviews, troubleshooting sessions, and brainstorming discussions, receiving guidance and feedback from experienced professionals. Clear communication, proactive updates, and effective use of collaboration tools are essential for success in this remote environment. This structure not only supports your learning but also helps you build professional relationships and gain practical experience in real-world optical engineering projects.

What does a Remote Optical Engineer Intern do?

A Remote Optical Engineer Intern assists with the design, analysis, and testing of optical systems such as lenses, lasers, and fiber optics, all while working from a remote location. Their tasks often include using specialized software for simulations, analyzing data, and collaborating with experienced engineers through virtual meetings. This role provides hands-on experience in the field of optics and photonics, while also developing skills in problem-solving and technical communication. Interns typically contribute to ongoing projects and may help in preparing reports or presentations on their findings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, you need a solid background in optics, physics, or electrical engineering, typically backed by progress toward a relevant degree. Familiarity with optical design software (such as Zemax or LightTools), simulation tools, and basic coding skills are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with remote teams and interpreting technical data. These competencies enable interns to contribute meaningfully to projects, ensure accurate design work, and support seamless teamwork in a virtual environment.
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Quantum Optical Engineer - LiDAR, Vibrometry, and Entangled Com

Quantum Optical Engineer - LiDAR, Vibrometry, and Entangled Com

QUANTUM COMPUTING, INC.

Hoboken, NJ • On-site, Remote

$108K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Quantum Optical Engineer – LiDAR, Vibrometry, and Entangled Communication Systems

Location: Hoboken, NJ

Division: Technology

Department: Optical Engineering


About Us

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description

The Quantum Optical Engineer will contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of QCi’s advanced remote sensing and secure communication systems. This role combines hands-on laboratory work with system-level optical design, supporting products from initial concept through production.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in optical engineering, photonics, quantum optics, and optoelectronics, along with experience testing and troubleshooting optical systems and analyzing experimental data. Working closely with a cross-disciplinary engineering team, this individual will help improve system performance, reliability, and scalability, while also contributing to quality assurance processes and workflow improvements.

This position is based in Hoboken, NJ, with optional partial work-from-home flexibility. Occasional business travel (less than 10%) may be required. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment and is eager to apply optical engineering principles to real-world, cutting-edge technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Design and development of optical setups for LiDAR experiments, including beam shaping, collimation, and range-gating techniques.
  • Development and testing of single-photon sensitive vibrometer and communications systems.
  • Experimental validation and characterization of optical components and subsystems.
  • Support of research on optical fault detection methodologies based on vibrometry.
  • Development of recording techniques for entangled photons used in secure communication and data processing systems.
  • Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (G R & R) testing to ensure measurement consistency and reliability in field and lab environments.
  • Collaborations with multi-disciplinary teams (hardware, software, firmware) to refine system performance.


Required Skills and Experience

  • Master’s or PhD degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years Hands-on experience with laser systems, free-space optics, and fiber optics.
  • Background in optoelectronics and WDM techniques for telecom applications.
  • Familiarity with LiDAR principles, time-of-flight measurements, and single-photon detection.
  • Experience with optical metrology and statistical measurement systems analysis (G R & R studies).


Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.