Plans, monitors and manages internal technical projects from initiation through completion .
Typically performs one or more of the following in capacity of either an individual contributor (as directed and/or independently), or as a manager:
• Plans, monitors and manages internal projects from initiation through completion
• Leads or coordinates project planning, resourcing, staffing, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting and people management
• Ensures project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule and cost
• Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions
• Investigates facts and develops solutions to problems during the design and planning phases
• Provides timely and accurate information and status updates to functional leaders
• May participate in preparing RFPs and SLAs.
• Helps manage client expectations, satisfaction, and adherence to contract agreement.
• Performs all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
• Works and collaborates other projects and/or assignments as needed
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Summary of Role:
The Technical Program Manager (TPM) will drive execution of strategic quantum technology development programs across multiple quantum computing modalities and associated manufacturing platforms. Working closely with modality leaders, product development teams, manufacturing organizations, customers, and executive leadership, the TPM will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and tracking complex development programs from concept through manufacturing readiness.
This role serves as the central coordination point for cross-functional activities spanning quantum device development, process integration, advanced packaging, cryogenic technologies, test and characterization, and foundry enablement. The TPM will ensure technical milestones, schedules, deliverables, risks, dependencies, and customer commitments are effectively managed.
The ideal candidate combines strong semiconductor technology experience with exceptional program management skills and the ability to influence highly technical cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Essential Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Execution
Lead execution of quantum technology development programs across one or more quantum modalities.
Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, milestones, dependency maps, and resource forecasts.
Coordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, and business teams.
Ensure alignment between technical objectives, development priorities, customer deliverables, and business goals.
Drive closure of action items and critical path issues impacting program execution.
Customer & Partner Engagement
Support technical interactions with external customers, ecosystem partners, government agencies, universities, and research organizations.
Coordinate customer project plans, development commitments, and milestone reviews.
Track contractual deliverables and statement-of-work commitments.
Facilitate preparation for customer reviews, executive briefings, and program status meetings.
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