Manager of Mechanical Engineering — Startup Optics

Monarch Quantum in San Diego seeks a Manager of Mechanical Engineering to build and lead a high‑performing team as we scale. This hands‑on startup role partners with cross‑functional leaders to define mechanics, test strategies, and transition complex laser and photonic systems to production. You will set and enforce engineering processes, drive DFx standards, and mentor engineers through development, verification, and validation cycles, while ensuring projects meet schedule and budget and align