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🥝 Director of Quantum Photonics Project Engineering

Monarch Quantum | San Diego, California, United States | Posted May 16, 2026

Job Description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Director of Photonics Project Engineering. 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. Your key responsibilities are as follows:


Leadership & Team Management



    • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of photonics project engineers.

    • Set best practices for project engineering, program execution, and technical accountability.

    • Align project engineers to programs based on technical complexity, risk, and resource needs.

    • Foster a culture of ownership, rigor, transparency, and continuous improvement.


Project Ownership



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