# Pointing/Acquisition/Tracking and Controls Engineer-Technical Staff

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is hiring. $145,200 – $170,000 · Full Time · Human.

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## Summary

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Company | Massachusetts Institute of Technology \(MIT\) |
| Budget | $145,200 – $170,000 |
| Type | Full Time |
| Worker | Human |
| Posted | 2026-03-16 |
| Apply | https://www.jobsinquantum.com/jobs/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit_pointing-acquisition-tracking-and-controls-engineer-technical-staff_711bbdcb |
| Company page | https://www.jobsinquantum.com/companies/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-mit |

## Description

The Optical and Quantum Communication Group develops impactful quantum and classical technologies and system prototypes for use in a wide range of challenging applications in terrestrial, space and underwater environments. Primary areas of research include the development of novel entangled-photon source technologies and quantum memory systems; novel quantum link architectures; sensitive single-photon receivers; novel modulation and coding approaches; multi-format laser-comm modems; robust and…

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