Space Optical Design Engineer: Lead Systems & Prototyping

IonQ, Inc. is seeking an Optical Designer and Analyst to design, analyze, and optimize optical systems for space‑based communication technologies.

The role requires hands‑on experience with optical design software and a strong optics background, with collaboration across mechanical, electrical, software and control teams. You will lead full lifecycle from conceptualization to prototyping, validate designs for manufacturing, and document procedures.