Quantum Scientist
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
Q-Block Computing needs candidates with a Master's or PhD in physics or a related field, focused on experimental quantum systems, AMO physics, quantum optics or precision measurement. They must have hands-on experimental skills, scientific computing ability in Python or MATLAB, and clear communication.
Python, MATLAB, lasers, optical systems, vacuum systems
Principal Quantum Scientist
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
10+ YOEQ-Block Computing needs a PhD in physics or a closely related field, an outstanding research record, and 10+ years of quantum physics research including independent leadership as a principal investigator or group leader. Candidates must show they can define multi-year programs and build scientific teams.
Research, Teaching, Control systems, Collaboration, Communication skills, Community engagement
Optomechanical Design Engineer
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
4+ YOECandidates need a mechanical engineering degree, at least 4 years of mechanical design experience including 2 years in optomechanical or precision instrument work, strong SolidWorks skills, and knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes. Government security clearance eligibility is needed for some projects.
SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, ANSYS, COMSOL
Mechanical CAD Engineering Intern
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
Candidates need to be enrolled in a mechanical engineering, mechatronics, engineering physics or related program, with at least 60 credit hours completed. They need 3D CAD and technical drawing skills in SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA or AutoCAD, plus working knowledge of tolerancing, fits, fasteners and materials selection.
SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, AutoCAD
FPGA Engineer
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
4+ YOECandidates need a related engineering degree, 4+ years of professional FPGA design and verification experience, and hands-on work with Vivado, Quartus or Lattice toolchains. They also need strong high-speed digital design skills and proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and signal generators.
Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, Lattice toolchain, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generator
Embedded Systems Developer Intern
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
Candidates need to be enrolled in an undergraduate engineering or computer science program with at least 60 credit hours completed. They need embedded experience with microcontrollers, working C or C++ skills, and familiarity with SPI, I2C or UART.
oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, signal generator, STM32, Arduino
Embedded Firmware Engineer
Ottawa, ONQ-Block Computing: Imagine instruments precise enough to probe this reality—to ask whether the cosmos operates according to Nature’s own algorithms.
3+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or physics and 3+ years of embedded firmware work on ARM Cortex-M or similar microcontrollers. They must know C/C++, SPI, I2C, UART and DMA, read schematics and datasheets, and use oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generator