Senior Electronics Technician

About us

Founded in 2017, Q-CTRL has grown to become the global leader in quantum.  We're using control to solve the hardest problems facing quantum technology, improving hardware performance and accelerating pathways to useful quantum computers and other technologies. As a product-led company, we bring together diverse teams such as product, design, engineering and research to help achieve our mission of making quantum technology useful.  Join us to help shape the quantum future.

As one of the fastest growing companies in the quantum sector, we've had a number of key milestones:

- In November 2023, we announced an industry-first partnership with IBM Quantum Services, natively integrating our performance management software with all IBM quantum computers.  Building off of this relationship, in September 2024 we started offering two services via IBM's new Qiskit Functions Catalog as an inaugural partner.

- Designed and moved our Global HQ offices and lab space into the first purpose-built (and award winning) commercial and research facility for a quantum technology company in Australia.

- Continued to deliver real world outcomes across the quantum sectors, with our work with Australian Defence on software-ruggedized quantum sensing for navigation without GPS, as featured in the New York Times.

- In October 2024, we announced our record breaking expansion of our Series B funding round to USD $113M, with $59M USD of new capital.

- Grew our global presence to include Los Angeles, Berlin, and Oxford - as well as the recently announced office in San Francisco.

From educating the workforce on how quantum computing works, to building the next generation of quantum sensors, to delivering massive performance gains for end-users, it all starts with hiring the right talent. If you want to help us build the Quantum future, read on.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Electronics Technician to join the growing Quantum Sensing division at our laboratories in Sydney, Australia. This role will support the development of new quantum sensor prototypes and products.

As a Senior Electronics Technician, you will provide hands-on technical expertise in the assembly, test, and troubleshooting of advanced electronic systems. You will play a key role in supporting engineers and scientists across hardware and research teams by building and maintaining prototype systems, ensuring high-quality hardware and documentation. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished technician with extensive experience in R&D environments. Experience with precision electronics, RF, or optoelectronics is highly desirable, though not essential. As a senior member of the team, you may also mentor junior technicians and contribute to the continuous improvement of our laboratory practices.

Reporting to the Lead Engineer (Hardware), the Senior Electronics Technician will contribute to our rapidly growing efforts to deploy software-ruggedised quantum gravimeters, accelerometers, and magnetometers.

• Supporting the development, assembly and testing of quantum sensing prototypes for Aerospace, Defence, and other applications.
• Assembling, wiring, and troubleshooting prototype electronic systems, including PCBAs, harnesses, and laboratory test rigs.
• Performing hands-on testing and validation of electronic systems using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and other equipment.
• Supporting engineers in integrating electronics into complex quantum sensor systems.
• Documenting builds, testing, wiring diagrams, and lab test procedures to ensure reproducibility and quality.
• Supplier liaison and procurement for prototype builds.
• Maintaining equipment, consumables, and safe laboratory practices.
• Other duties within the Employee's skills and experience, or with reasonable training.

• A diploma, associate degree, or equivalent industry qualification in electronics or related discipline.
• A demonstrated track-record of hands-on electronics assembly and test at a Senior level.
• R&D experience working concurrently with scientists and engineers.
• Strong practical skills in soldering (through-hole and fine-pitch SMT), cable harness fabrication, and prototype assembly.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment and ability to interpret schematics.
• Experience supporting the transition from lab prototypes toward manufacturable designs is desirable, though not essential.
• A strong desire to work with a world-leading team and a company that is fundamentally building the future of the quantum technology industry.

Why Q-CTRL?

Flexibility: We embrace workplace flexibility so you worry more about your impact vs a rigid work schedule.

Attractive salary: You'll get to have the start-up impact without the start-up wages.

Equity: We want people to have a sense of ownership in what they do and offer the potential for equity share and annual bonuses.

Cash bonus: We recognize exceptional performance and impact by offering annual discretionary cash bonuses.

Resources: We are well funded by the world's best technology investors, letting us chase our ambitions with minimal constraints.

Parental support: We offer paid parental leave to support you and your loved ones.

Diversity:  We're an equal opportunity employer and actively support initiatives like the 'Global Women in Quantum' program to help expand the quantum workforce.

Unique culture: You'll be surrounded by some of the world's leading physicists, engineers, product, marketing and design people (to name a few) with a strong desire to learn and transfer knowledge.

Meaningful values: You'll work with an incredibly supportive team who work consistently to deliver our core values to be real, be trusted, be just and to be revered. 

Personal development: We provide you with a personal development and wellness budget. 

Make a dent: Last but not least you'll have the unique opportunity to help set the direction for this revolutionary technology and truly make an impact that matters

Q-CTRL aims to bring together cross-functional teams from many different backgrounds to help achieve our goals - we  strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements mentioned in the job posting.

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