Lead Project Integration 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. 

We are looking for a Lead Project Integration Engineer to lead the planning and execution of system deployments of our industry-leading quantum computing and networking system products.  As a Lead Project Integration Engineer, you’ll be hands-on while working alongside a  diverse interdisciplinary team of Engineers and Operations experts both coordinating and executing the deployment of systems at customer sites and internally.  You’ll work closely with program and operations managers to ensure infrastructure, material and people are coordinated and remain on track throughout the system build.  You will contribute technical expertise, make informed decisions and escalate concerns when necessary.  In this role, you may be required to travel in support of system deployments both domestically and globally as part of your regular responsibilities.  

Responsibilities: 

• Create and maintain plans for system deployments at IonQ, partner or customer sites
• Coordinate with partner teams across IonQ locations to ensure facilities, infrastructure, materials and personnel are available to support planned deployment activities 
• Work with the deployment team to track progress, resolve technical issues and adjust resource schedules as needed  
• Drive technical issues to resolution via standard processes like Root Cause Corrective Action, Lessons Learned, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Non-Conformance, etc.
• Perform and assist with hands-on assembly, test or system integration activities as needed
• Contribute to Design for Manufacturing and Test reviews
• Contribute to and conduct Operations Readiness Reviews for deployed systems
• Conduct weekly meetings, drive and track action items as required

You’d be a good fit with: 

• 8+ years of experience developing, integrating, or testing highly complex systems
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, physics, computer science, or other related technical field
• 3+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams on complex programs or projects
• Prior experience delivering complex, first-of-a-kind R&D projects to production including hardware/software integration
• Experience developing projects with a high level of ambiguity
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel to deployment sites, sometimes for extended periods up to 6 months
• Strong technical and software tool skills (Scheduling, Issue Tracking, MS Office, Jira, Confluence, etc.)
  
  

You’d be a great fit with: 

• M.S. in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
• Prior experience with trapped ion systems, photonics, or quantum computing
• Experience working with ISO 9001 / TL9000 Quality Management System
• Experience deploying complex systems to customer sites
• PMP certification or similar
• Familiarity with systems engineering gated development processes
• Familiarity with Manufacturing including assembly and test development
• Familiarity with Supply Chain Management, including new supplier development
• Experience with U.S. government contract including FAR/DFARS regulations 

Location: Ideally, this role will work onsite at our office located in Bothell, WA.  We are open to hybrid and remote options for the right candidate.
Travel: Up to 30%
Job ID:  1263

The approximate base salary range for this position is $131,962 - $172,773. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs.  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance! 

IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!
 
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!