Typical Task Breakdown and Operating Rhythm The role will consist of managing various programs, including:
- Documentation
- Specification writing
- Using ADO
- Using JAMA
- Working on program schedules for overall hardware systems or their subsystem modules
- Supporting test and measurement of cryogenic fridges (test systems for quantum devices)
- Scheduling and implementing test system upgrades
- Conducting weekly test system bug triage
- Other program management tasks as needed
Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition This role provides the opportunity to work on a quantum computer, making it a unique and exciting position for the right candidate.
Candidate Requirements - Years of Experience Required: 10 years of overall experience in the field of hardware development/validation.
- Degrees or Certifications Required: An Electrical Engineering degree is required.
Best vs. Average Candidate - Previous experience with hardware-related products
- Previous experience working in quantum-related teams
- Experience with hardware development, including electrical engineering or radio frequency, and related test and measurement
- Previous program management experience or hardware development management experience
Performance Indicators Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines and quality of work.
Top 3 Hard Skills Required - Minimum 2 years of experience with ADO
- Minimum 10 years of industrial experience in hardware development
- Minimum 2 years of experience with project management
Job Responsibilities - Plan, create, and manage schedules and budgets for the design, prototyping, and production of hardware.
- Manage technology development projects from R&D to prototype stages.
- Identify problem areas, drive issues to closure, and ensure a solid understanding of root causes.
- Communicate complex issues and trade-offs to development partners and management.
- Present technical progress reports and build tracking dashboards.
- Oversee engineering programs and cross-functional teams across multiple geographical locations.
- Support integrated systems testing through firmware and software development or test and measurement equipment.
Qualifications - Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities
- Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization
- Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions
- Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment