Senior Photonic System Integration & Validation Lead

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blackbird ventures ptyMilpitas (CA)

Photonics Engineers Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing

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About the role

PsiQuantum in Milpitas, CA, seeks a Senior System Integration & Optical Validation Engineer to lead integration, IV&V, and operational readiness of complex photonic quantum systems. You will define test strategies, automate validation, and drive scalable procedures for reliable deployments. Responsibilities include coordinating Optical, Quantum, Electronics, and Test teams, mentoring engineers, and advancing DOE-based data analysis to resolve root causes and improve testability and

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