Staff Technical Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the full technical lifecycle for complex quantum programs from technology maturation and R&D through production, customer delivery, and field sustainment
• Build and own the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and execution plans to synchronize engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality requirements
• Drive the transition of quantum technologies from prototype to production, ensuring manufacturing readiness and scalable handoffs
• Manage programmatic financials, including labor/non-labor forecasting, variance analysis, and Estimate at Completion (EAC)
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical, operational, and supply chain risks while managing cross-functional dependencies
• Serve as the primary technical interface, translating complex programmatic details into clear status updates for executives and customers
• Establish scalable operating mechanisms for program governance and mentor junior TPMs

Requirements

• Over 15 years of experience leading complex, integrated hardware/software programs from R&D through high-volume production and global deployment
• Proven ability to manage programmatic financials (EAC, labor/non-labor forecasting, variance management) including experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Success as a primary technical interface capable of synchronizing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a technical or business discipline
• Experience in quantum computing, aerospace, defense, semiconductors, or optical communications
• Background managing programs within federal, DoD, DOE, or national laboratory environments
• Expertise in leading systems from prototype to production, including production line setup and material readiness
• Ability to develop sophisticated financial models and revenue forecasts
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Six Sigma, or Agile
• Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, GitHub, SAP/Oracle, Tableau, or PowerBI

About the Company

IonQ, Inc. is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier, delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security.