Manager of Process Engineering

Job Title

Manager of Process Engineering

Role Summary

Manage a team of opto-mechanical process engineers responsible for subassembly development, assembly build, and quality for R&D and volume system integration and deployment of PsiQuantum quantum computer subsystems. Collaborate with packaging, operations, supply chain, and external suppliers to drive reliable assembly processes for cryogenic and room-temperature systems.

This work supports PsiQuantum's mission to build scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computers.

Experience Level

Senior — typically requires 10+ years of relevant engineering experience leading process or assembly teams.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include process development, equipment delivery, documentation, and team management.

• Lead design and development of assembly process flows and build subassemblies for QC subsystems (electronics and silicon photonics on PCBAs) for cryogenic and room-temperature vacuum systems.
• Work with cross-functional teams and suppliers to finalize designs and processes using DFM, DFQ, and FMEA to meet subsystem requirements.
• Specify, procure, and verify equipment, tooling, and fixtures; complete process development, capability analysis, and formal buyoff.
• Release design documents, work instructions, and control plans under change control; train and audit operations for volume assembly builds.
• Manage in-house processes and contractor manufacturing; provide ongoing technical process support.
• Manage budget, CAPEX, hiring, and procurement for assembly tools and machines.
• Project-manage schedules, milestones, and deliverables for internal teams and external suppliers.

Requirements

Must-have technical and leadership qualifications; preferred items noted.

• 10+ years applying engineering principles to solve complex opto-mechanical assembly process problems.
• Experience with optical and photonics assembly and inspection equipment and material systems (die attach, wire bonding, optical coupling, flip chip, underfill, etc.).
• Familiarity with opto-mechanical packaging and assembly equipment, piece-part supplier base, and quality systems.
• Experience in design, analysis, and assembly of subsystems; build NPI pilot lines and transfer processes to operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to provide technical leadership in ambiguous situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills across levels of the organization.
• Proven management skills, ability to meet short deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Nice-to-have: prior experience in startups or large companies bringing products to volume; supplier and contract manufacturing management experience.

Education Requirements

Master's degree or higher in Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a closely related engineering/technical discipline.

About the Company

Company: PsiQuantum

Headquarters: Palo Alto, CA, United States

PsiQuantum develops silicon-photonic quantum computers aimed at building million-qubit, fault-tolerant systems. Founded in 2016, the company combines semiconductor manufacturing processes, photonic hardware, and quantum software to scale quantum systems for commercial and government applications.