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Senior Integration and Test Engineer

Monarch Quantum • San Diego, California, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 / year

Posted Sep 23, 2026Apply by Mar 22, 2027

**Role & seniority: ** Principal Integration and Test Engineer (Reliability Engineering & Product team)

**Stack/tools: ** Quantum light engine product integration; electromechanical integration; reliability test setup using lasers, photonic components/modules; build test infrastructure; hardware intake/kitting processes; collaborates across mechanical/electrical/software/firmware (specific tools not stated)

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

  • Lead hands-on integration of mechanical, electrical, and photonics assemblies into server rack form-factor systems (manage electrical/optical cabling).

  • Organize and track ordered materials; define/implement hardware intake & kitting with Operations.

  • Set up and support reliability testing using laser/photonics; build test infrastructure and manage integration schedule risks.

  • Must-have skills:

    • 5+ years in test engineering and hardware integration.

    • Demonstrated execution of complex tests involving lasers and photonic components/modules.

    • Strong electromechanical understanding (e.g., power distribution, active cooling, mechanical robustness).

    • Ability to work across mechanical, electrical, software, and firmware.

    • Independent project execution; risk identification and unblocking.

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Experience performing tests with laser systems.

    • Machine shop experience.

  • Location & work type:

    • U.S. person requirement due to **export-control

Full Description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Principal Integration and Test 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. This role sits on the Reliability Engineering and Product team. Your key responsibilities are as follows

  • Lead hands-on product integration activities for Monarch Quantum's quantum light engines
  • Integrate mechanical, electrical, and photonics assemblies into server rack form-factor systems. Manage electrical and optical cabling in complete product assemblies
  • Organize and track ordered materials, ensuring all components are ready for integration. Work with operations team to define and implement hardware intake and kitting processes.
  • Identify risks and work with project engineering teams to unblock items and ensure integration projects remain on schedule
  • Support reliability testing activities by setting up tests utilizing lasers, photonic components, and photonic modules. Build test infrastructure that will support reliability test scale-up

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

  • Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in test engineering and hardware integration.
  • Experience performing tests with laser systems is a plus
  • Machine shop experience is a plus

Skills

  • Proven record of executing complex tests with lasers and photonic components/modules
  • Understanding of electromechanical system integration (power distribution, active cooling, mechanical robustness, etc.)
  • Comfortable working with mechanical, electrical, software, and firmware disciplines.
  • Ability to execute projects independently

Startup Mindset

  • You're creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats.
  • You're passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change.

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$175,000.

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.

Test engineeringHardware integrationLaser systemsPhotonic componentsElectromechanical system integrationPower distributionActive coolingMechanical robustnessProject managementHardware intakeKitting processesReliability testingMachine shopTechnical documentationmulti-location

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