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Job Description
We are seeking a Sr. R&D Manager - Mechanical Products in our Broomfield, CO , location to lead the development and scale-up of advanced mechanical and vacuum-based hardware systems supporting next-generation quantum computing platforms. This role is responsible for owning the transition from R&D prototypes to repeatable, manufacturable products , including cryogenic systems, ultra-high vacuum (UHV) hardware, physics packages, and Magneto-Optical Trap (MOT) systems. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and partner across engineering, product technology, and manufacturing to deliver high-performance hardware with predictable yield, reliability, and operational readiness. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end development of mechanical product systems from concept through pilot build and production readiness Own technical direction for Cryogenic systems, UHV hardware, physics packages, and MOT subsystems Provide hands-on leadership for assembly, validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of complex hardware systems Define and enforce design-for-x (DFX), manufacturability, and reliability standards Drive transition from R&D to production with emphasis on yield improvement, repeatability, throughput, cycle time, cost, and scalability. Refine designs and processes to enable predictable, high-quality manufacturing outcomes Establish and drive manufacturing readiness using a structured phase-gate approach aligned to increasing manufacturing maturity (MRL Progression). Own scope, schedule, budget, and risk management across multiple hardware programs Develop and execute integrated plans with milestones, resource allocation, and prioritization across competing programs Partner tightly with Program Management and Product teams to ensure delivery to commitments Define and drive key operational metrics including yield, defect pareto, downtime, process capability, and cycle time to enable data-driven decision making Own accountability for delivery across technical performance, manufacturing readiness, cost, and schedule Lead, grow, and mentor managers, mechanical engineers, physicists, and technicians Build scalable organizational capability aligned to product roadmap and production growth Establish clear accountability for technical execution and performance outcomes Drive cross-functional alignment across Product Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials & Process Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure successful product realization Define clear ownership and handoffs between design engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless transition to production
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor's Degree minimum required Minimum 8+ years of experience in a high-technology R&D and/or low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environment required Minimum 4+ years of experience leading technical teams (direct management or program leadership) required Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status. Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
WE VALUE
Advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred Experience with Mechanical design/assembly Demonstrated data analysis leading to data-driven decision making Demonstrated experience working successfully with technicians Small-scale manufacturing experience Direct experience with people-management in a technical industry 3+ years of industry experience Experience in complex task management (cost, schedule, risk/opportunity, etc.) A track record of high-technology (engineering, or physical science) development Strong organizational & leadership skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:
Incentive Eligible - Range posted is inclusive of bonus target The pay range for this role is $207,000 - $258,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
