Senior Systems Engineer- Bill of Materials & Configuration Control

Overview

Microsoft's Quantum organization is building fault‑tolerant quantum computing systems at the intersection of physics, hardware, software, and large‑scale systems integration. To accelerate our hardware development and operational excellence, we are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer- Bill of Materials & Configuration Control to support configuration control, Bill of Materials (BOM) management, lab operations, and material readiness across Quantum hardware programs.

In this role, you will own the day-to-day execution of Bill of Materials (BOM) management and configuration control for complex quantum hardware systems. You will partner with engineering, systems integration, supply chain, fabrication, and lab teams to translate design intent into accurate, traceable, and build-ready product data across PLM and ERP systems. You will establish and maintain configuration baselines, support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Parts Change Notices (PCNs), and Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities, and ensure documentation quality, material readiness, and data integrity from prototype development through production-intent builds. Your work will help enable New Product Introduction (NPI), resolve configuration discrepancies, and maintain audit-ready records in a fast-moving research and development environment.

At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world's biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind's currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end execution of Quantum Systems Engineering BOM, from concept through prototype, engineering builds, and production readiness

• Create, update, and maintain Engineering BOMs across PLM and ERP systems for quantum hardware assemblies.

• Ensure accuracy of part numbers, descriptions, hierarchical structure, and revision history for complex mechanical, electrical, and cryogenic systems.

• Maintain Master BOMs, configuration baselines, and documentation packages across prototype, pilot, and production‑intent builds.

• Execute and document ECOs, ECRs, and PCNs.

• Support CCB activities through data preparation, documentation quality checks, and record maintenance.

• Partner with engineering, supply chain, fabrication, and lab teams to ensure clean data flow from design intent through physical builds.

• Other:

• Embody our Culture and Values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position
• OR Masters Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• OR Bachelors Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
• Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
• Ability to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., measurement, performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day-to-day task automation).Ability to work in an "AI-first" environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development.
• Ability to work in an "AI-first" environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position

• OR Masters Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment

• OR Bachelors Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment

• OR equivalent experience.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by ensuring BOM readiness, configuration documentation, and build kit accuracy.

• Audit engineering documentation, including drawings, CAD models, routing, and BOMs to ensure alignment and traceability.

• Serve as a liaison between engineering and operations to reconcile discrepancies, clarify specifications, and maintain data integrity.

• Maintain compliance with internal documentation standards, configuration policies, and audit‑ready processes.

• Review and maintain Master Drawing Lists and subsystem drawing packages

• Experience with ERP and PLM systems (SAP, Oracle, Windchill, Agile, Arena, etc.).

• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.

• Proficient organizational skills and a high commitment to data accuracy and documentation discipline.

• Experience managing technical inventory, procuring COTS components, or supporting lab hardware operations strongly preferred.

• Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary engineering, research, and operations teams.

• Experience in quantum systems, advanced hardware, physics‑driven R&D, or high‑performance computing environments.

• Experience leading programs with external stakeholders (e.g., research partners, government programs, suppliers).

• Familiarity with systems engineering processes, readiness reviews, and complex lab‑ or facility‑based deployments.

• Competent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort communicating at both deep technical and executive levels.

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Quantum Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $160,200 - $261,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.