Senior Electrical Technician

Senior Electrical Technician Employer Oxford Ionics Location Oxford, UK Salary Unspecified Posted Apr 26, 2026 Posting live until Jun 25, 2026 Ref UK-050 Discipline Quantum science & technology Job type Industry & business (This will open in a new window from which you will be automatically redirected to an external site after 5 seconds) Description Quantum is now, and it's built here. Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ, is pioneering the next generation of quantum computing. Using our world-leading trapped-ion technology, we're building the most powerful, accurate and reliable quantum systems to tackle problems that today's supercomputers cannot solve. Joining Oxford Ionics means becoming part of a global IonQ team that is transforming the future of quantum technology - faster, at scale, and with real world impact.

What to expect:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Technician to strengthen our technical support team and facilitate the company's ongoing growth and future expansion plans. This is a senior role within a highly experienced department. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with our existing technical staff on cutting-edge quantum computing systems and support our engineers and scientists on installations, upgrades, and research projects. What you'll be responsible for: As a Senior Technician, you will be responsible for working alongside our technicians and scientists to build and commission the electrical and electronic aspects of our state of the art quantum systems. Additional responsibilities will include producing technical documentation and maintaining a tidy and safe lab and workshop environment. Requirements You will need to be able to take responsibility for tasks with minimal supervision and to possess experience in several of the following areas: electrical wiring, electronic knowledge, electrical fault finding experience, working from mechanical and electrical drawings, electronics, surface mount componentry, PCBs, mechanical assembly, and/or vacuum assembly. The ideal candidate will bring a diverse set of experience with practical technical skills. Relevant qualifications would be considered an advantage, as well as prior experience working in industry or in a start up environment.

Essential:

Relevant industrial operations experience (approx. 3 years) Ability to assemble electronic subsystems, including fault finding (e.g. continuity testing) Previous experience in the assembly of high precision and/or delicate parts Experience working in an environment requiring personal protective equipment (PPE) Familiarity with testing high technology equipment prior to shipping

Desirable:

Previous experience of assembling and testing RF scientific instrumentation Benefits Be part of a team that's shaping the future of quantum. We offer more than just a role, you'll join a world-class community of scientists, engineers and innovators working to unlock the full potential of quantum computing. We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities to further your career alongside industry leaders, a competitive salary with IonQ stock options, an annual performance bonus, generous annual leave, flexible hybrid working, private medical and dental insurance for you and your family, and much more. Join us and be part of the future of quantum computing. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.