Sr. Research Scientist - Quantum Computing, Cryogenic Hardware

Amazon • Pasadena, CA

236d • $143,300 - $247,600

About The Position

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Research Scientist specializing in hardware design for cryogenic environments. The candidate should have expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks), thermal and structural FEA (Ansys/COMSOL), hardware design for cryogenic applications, design for manufacturing, and mechanical engineering principles. The candidate must have demonstrated driving designs through full product development cycles (requirements, conceptual design, detailed design, manufacturing, integration, and testing). Candidates must have a strong background in both cryogenic mechanical engineering theory and implementation. Working effectively within a cross-functional team environment is critical.

Requirements

• MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics with 7+ years of relevant experience (industry or research environment).
• Expertise in CAD (SolidWorks) and FEA (ANSYS/COMSOL).
• Familiarity with PCB manufacturing and design, RF/Microwave principles, and microwave components.
• Expertise in cryogenic mechanical hardware design.
• Knowledge of materials for cryogenic environments.
• Expertise in design for manufacturability, including familiarity with machining tolerances, materials, and capabilities.
• Ability to manage the complete product life-cycle development, from requirements generation to on time delivery.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
• Previous experience with mechanical silicon device packaging for cryogenic environments.
• Proficiency in RF/Microwave measurement and test equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with dilution refrigerators.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across diverse teams and projects to offer state of the art, cost effective solutions for scaling the signal delivery to AWS quantum processor systems at cryogenic temperatures.
• Develop high density novel packaging solutions for quantum processor units.
• Design cryogenic mechanical systems for novel cryogenic signal conditioning sub-assemblies.
• Create cryogenic mechanical designs for signal delivery systems.
• Conduct simulation driven designs (shielding, filtering, etc.) to reduce sources of EMI within the qubit environment.
• Own end-to-end product development through requirements, design reports, design reviews, assembly/testing documentation, and final delivery.
• Participate in requirements, design, and test reviews and communicate with internal stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally to help drive decisions using your unique technical background and skill set.
• Refine and define standards and processes for operational excellence.
• Work in a high-paced, startup-like environment where you are provided the resources to innovate quickly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits.
• Equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
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• Education Level: Master's degree