Vector Atomic
The Staff Electrical Hardware Design Engineer will lead the full-cycle design of complex spaceflight hardware, from concept through flight readiness, ensuring high-reliability electronics meet mission-critical requirements. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with RF, mechanical, and software teams to drive product readiness, conduct design reviews, and mentor early-career engineers. The position requires expertise in electrical engineering to deliver flight-quality hardware on schedule while managing manufacturing handoffs and resolving technical anomalies.
Headquarters
Pleasanton, California, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2018
Vector Atomic is a quantum technologies company founded in 2018 that develops high-performance atomic clocks, inertial sensors, and synchronization hardware for mission-critical applications including navigation, communications, and timing. Its products — including the Evergreen-30 optical atomic clock, Dual Frequency Comb, and GAINS atomic gravimeter — are engineered for real-world use in harsh environments on land, at sea, and in space. IonQ has completed its acquisition of Vector Atomic, reinforcing the company's position as a global leader in advanced quantum sensing and timing.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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36% above the average for this role
IonQ Announces Intent to Acquire Vector Atomic, Expanding Into Quantum Sensing and Strengthening Its Quantum Technology Portfolio
Sep 17, 2025
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