Program Manager-Horizon

Program Manager, Horizon
Location: Hoboken, NJ
Department: Defense
Reports to: Director of Defense, R&E

About Us
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description
As the Program Manager for the Horizon team, which includes both quantum machines and TFLN custom portfolio, you will lead a portfolio of projects, programs, and customer accounts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and successful project delivery. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, external vendors, and business partners to gather requirements, address concerns, and drive project success through effective project planning, execution, and stakeholder management.

Duties and Responsibilities
● Lead a portfolio of projects, programs, and customer accounts for the Quantum and custom TFLN Foundry Business team.
● Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and business partners to gather
requirements, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
● Work closely with project leaders, technical leads, and cross-functional teams to develop
comprehensive project plans, including scope, work breakdown structure, milestones, and
timelines.
● Manage project execution within allocated budgets and schedules, ensuring adherence to
project plans and delivery commitments.
● Identify, escalate, and mitigate program risks, proactively managing change requests and issues to ensure timely resolution.
● Monitor project progress, provide regular updates, performance metrics, and status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
● Develop and refine program management practices to enhance project planning, execution, risk management, and reporting efficiency.
● Act as a change agent to facilitate the adoption of new processes, methodologies, and best
practices across the organization.

Required Skills and Experience

● Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; Masters degree preferred.
● Proven experience preferred (2 years) as a Program Manager or Project Manager in a technical or manufacturing environment, preferably within the Foundry or semiconductor industry.
● Demonstrated success in managing complex projects/programs with multiple stakeholders,
budgets, and timelines.
● Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and
collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
● Experience in risk management, change management, and continuous improvement
methodologies.
● Proficiency in project management tools and software.
● PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
● Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Security Clearance.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.