Cryostat Systems Director

Job Summary

Leading the design and development of cryostat systems, the full-time salaried Cryostat Systems Director will manage a team of engineers and oversee the technical direction from conceptual design through production deployment, ensuring scalability and integration with quantum computing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of cryostat systems, including thermal shields and vacuum vessels, ensuring performance and manufacturability
• Manage a team of engineers, establishing priorities and reviewing engineering work to ensure compliance with technical standards
• Develop manufacturing strategies and procurement processes for cryostat components, coordinating with suppliers and engineering partners

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Cryogenic Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience designing large cryostats and cryogenic systems, including fluid dynamics and mechanical design
• Deep understanding of mechanical analysis for vacuum vessels and thermal-mechanical structures
• Experience with cryogenic instrumentation and electrical/optical feedthroughs
• Proficiency in using 3D CAD tools, such as NX or SolidWorks