Work closely with the quantum engineer teams to design, assemble, and align complex free-space and fiber-based optical systems for trapping and manipulating neutral atoms., Analyze and make recommendations on optical designs to balance competing requirements such as performance, tolerance, and manufacturability, Collaborate on the development of custom optical components and integrated optomechanical systems, Design optomechanical assemblies and implement strategies for alignment, stability, and modularity, Participate in the automation and monitoring of optical subsystems to support the continuous operation of the system, Troubleshoot complex optical issues and contribute to the development of diagnostic tools, Document optical designs, alignment procedures, and test protocols; contribute to design reviews and continuous improvement processes