| Location | Broomfield, CO |
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 readinessOwn technical direction for Cryogenic systems, UHV hardware, physics packages, and MOT subsystemsProvide hands-on leadership for assembly, validation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of complex hardware systemsDefine and enforce design-for-x (DFX), manufacturability, and reliability standardsDrive 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 outcomesEstablish 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 programsDevelop and execute integrated plans with milestones, resource allocation, and prioritization across competing programsPartner tightly with Program Management and Product teams to ensure delivery to commitmentsDefine and drive key operational metrics including yield, defect pareto, downtime, process capability, and cycle time to enable data-driven decision makingOwn accountability for delivery across technical performance, manufacturing readiness, cost, and scheduleLead, grow, and mentor managers, mechanical engineers, physicists, and techniciansBuild scalable organizational capability aligned to product roadmap and production growthEstablish clear accountability for technical execution and performance outcomesDrive cross-functional alignment across Product Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials & Process Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure successful product realizationDefine clear ownership and handoffs between design engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless transition to productionYOU MUST HAVE:Bachelor's Degree minimumMinimum 8+ years of experience in a high-technology R&D and/or low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environmentMinimum 4+ years of experience leading technical teams (direct management or program leadership)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 preferredExperience with Mechanical design/assemblyDemonstrated data analysis leading to data-driven decision makingDemonstrated experience working successfully with techniciansSmall-scale manufacturing experienceDirect experience with people-management in a technical industry3+ years of industry experienceExperience in complex task management (cost, schedule, risk/opportunity, etc.)A track record of high-technology (engineering, or physical science) developmentStrong organizational & leadership skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills$207,000 - $258,000 a yearCompensation & Benefits:Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus targetThe 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr