Quantinuum · 9 hours ago
Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - 605
Broomfield, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$128K/yr - $167K/yr
10+ years expQuantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing, delivering the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. They are seeking a Lead Supplier Quality Engineer to operate with enterprise-level authority over supplier quality risk and to establish a Supplier Quality Engineering function across their production and R&D programs.
Cyber SecurityQuantum ComputingSoftware Engineering
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
This role will operate with enterprise-level authority and direct accountability for supplier quality risk across advanced quantum hardware programs, operating effectively in an environment with limited precedent, incomplete data, and evolving organizational structures
Serve as the final decision authority for supplier quality risk acceptance and mitigation, nonconformance and deviation disposition, corrective action approval and closure, and supplier qualification or disqualification based on quality performance. Escalate unresolved risks to senior leadership with clear, data-driven recommendations and business impact assessments
Establish, govern through ownership, and lead the development of a Supplier Quality Engineering function across Quantinuum’s production and R&D programs, architecting and scaling the foundational systems, governance, processes, metrics, and maturity roadmap that will serve as the long-term institutional model from early R&D through production and sustainment. Lead end-to-end supplier qualification, audit, and performance management strategies for advanced high-reliability hardware, including critical audits, investigations, corrective actions, and KPIs and reporting. Drive continuous improvement in supplier capability, process maturity, and consistent performance
Operate independently in high-ambiguity environments, making decisions with material impact to product integrity, delivery, cost, and enterprise risk. Serve as a recognized internal authority and advisor on supplier quality risk
Partner cross-functionally to embed supplier quality early in product and supplier lifecycle decisions, balancing quality, delivery, cost, and technical risk
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree minimum
10+ years relevant experience, preferably in a technological environment
Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or green card holder, or 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 a Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Strong supplier-facing experience and problem-solving skills
Experience with supplier corrective action management
Ability to interpret technical documents, contracts, and regulatory documents
Proven analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risk scenarios, communicate recommendations clearly, manage stakeholders, collaborate cross-functionally, and effectively present to senior leadership
Strong experience working in a technical field, or with highly technical components
High bias for action with creative problem-solving skills
Desire to work in a fast-paced, engaging, and rewarding environment
Ability to work within an environment of change and uncertainty
Ability to work to understand the requirements of diverse team members
Proactive engagement with stakeholders and suppliers
Project management experience
Experience working in global or cross-cultural teams
Experience managing multiple projects in a dynamic global environment
Proven experience with R&D, technical manufacturing/business environment
Demonstrated business and financial acumen
Benefits
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
Company
Quantinuum
Quantinuum is a IT firm that accelerates quantum computing and the development of applications across chemistry, cybersecurity, and finance. It is a sub-organization of Honeywell.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$925MKey Investors
NVenturesJP Morgan ChaseIBM Ventures
2025-08-15Series B· $600M
2024-01-15Series A· $300M
2022-02-22Convertible Note· $25M
Leadership Team
Rajeeb Hazra
President & Chief Executive Officer
Denise Holmquist
Senior Director Product Operations
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