R&D Machinist

Oratomic, Inc.
Pasadena, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to hands-on, curious individuals working in quantum computing and precision engineering, with a preference for onsite collaboration in a small team setting.

Best fit for

  • Candidates who enjoy solving complex, one-off machining challenges and want to contribute to cutting-edge quantum computing projects.
    — “You'll figure out how to make them, program and operate the machines, and see each part through to completion.”
  • Individuals with experience in using in-house machining equipment and coordinating with external vendors.
    — “You'll be responsible for our in-house machining equipment and coordinate with outside machine shops when needed.”
  • Candidates who thrive in small, interdisciplinary teams and want to understand their work's impact on a larger system.
    — “You'll work closely with a small team of scientists, engineers, and technicians.”

Things to consider

  • Onsite presence in Pasadena, CA is required despite potential flexibility in other areas.
    — “Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to interpret engineering drawings and sketches in your application materials.
    — “You'll work from engineering drawings, rough sketches, or conversations with the scientists and engineers who need the parts.”
  • Showcase how your work has contributed to complex systems or projects in prior roles.
    — “understand how their work fits into the larger system.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful part production
  • efficient machining processes
Typical background
machinist experienceengineering background

Skills & requirements

Required

Precision MachiningEngineering Drawings InterpretationMachine ProgrammingProblem-solving

Preferred

Quantum Computing Knowledge

Stack & domain

Precision MachiningProgrammingOperating MachinesTeamworkCollaborationQuantum ComputingMachining

About the role

Original posting from Oratomic, Inc. via Ashby

Oratomic is on a mission to build the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer.

We are hiring an R&D Machinist to make custom parts for our quantum computers. You'll work from engineering drawings, rough sketches, or conversations with the scientists and engineers who need the parts. You'll figure out how to make them, program and operate the machines, and see each part through to completion. You'll be responsible for our in-house machining equipment and coordinate with outside machine shops when needed. We're looking for someone who enjoys precision machining, likes working on a wide variety of one-off parts, and wants to understand how their work fits into the larger system. You'll work closely with a small team of scientists, engineers, and technicians.

Requirements:

  • Wants to build a quantum computer
  • Works well in a highly collaborative team environment

Compensation:

  • $150,000-$250,000/year depending on experience
  • Benefits (health and dental coverage, 401K, unlimited PTO, paid family leave, visa sponsorship)
  • Equity

Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA

Oratomic is an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact info@oratomic.com.

Source: Oratomic, Inc. careers (Ashby)

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