Photonics Packaging Engineer
Company: Monarch Quantum
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Join our fast-paced and
passionate team as a Photonics Packaging Engineer. As we scale, you
will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up.
This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in
a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on
cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and
develop and implement engineering practices that support our
mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:
Accountable for assisting in the design and analysis of laser and
photonic products. Create innovative laser packages for both
free-space and fiber-coupled (single & multimode) outputs.
Participate in designing the optical architecture of the laser.
Design hermetic optical and electrical feedthroughs and conduct
hermeticity testing. Design, analyze, optimize, and test adhesive
bonds for structural and thermal applications. Develop packages and
lids that are suitable for laser welding and parallel seam sealing
methods. Create electrical routing strategies using wire/ribbon
bonding and flexible circuit designs. Design and enhance solder
joints for die bonding and vacuum reflow bonding purposes. Develop
solutions for thermal management and control in compact laser
packages. Utilize computer-aided engineering design software while
performing tasks. Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously
while providing regular progress updates and status reports.
Design, develop, analyze, document, and assist in testing
resilient, precision opto-mechanical assemblies and laser packages.
Conduct thorough design reviews for both design and manufacturing
teams. Execute thermal, structural, and vibration modeling of
intricate opto-mechanical assemblies. Engage in prototyping,
assembly, and testing to characterize design objectives. Facilitate
the procurement of hardware components. Prepare engineering change
orders and create manufacturing work instructions. Develop,
acquire, fabricate, and build prototypes to mitigate significant
development risks. Assist in root cause analysis for failures.
Provide support and mentorship to junior engineers. Requirements
This position requires access to export-controlled information.
Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as
defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Experience : Bachelor’s degree
in mechanical engineering or related technical field. Minimum of 5
years of experience, preferably in laser packaging. Skills:
Proficiency in relevant technologies and application areas.
Capability to independently lead a technical team. Experience in
laser packaging. Experience in packaging photonic integrated
circuits. Ability to operate engineering testing and optical
laboratory equipment. Familiarity with optical modeling software,
with a preference for Zemax. Proficient in CAD software,
particularly SolidWorks and PDMWorks. Experience with finite
element analysis (FEA) tools, specifically ANSYS structural and
Icepak. Knowledge of multimode, single-mode, and
polarization-maintaining fiber. Benefits The expected annual salary
range for this position is $85,000-$150,000. As a full-time
employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits
package, which includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching 20 paid time off
(PTO) days per year 13 paid company holidays 9/80 work schedule
(every other Friday off) Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex,
sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental
disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or
any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state
and local laws. LI-JM1
Keywords: Monarch Quantum, Palm Springs , Photonics Packaging Engineer, Engineering , San Diego, California
