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Production Manager, Quantum Compute

IonQ · Bothell, Washington, United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
IonQ's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
11% of IonQ's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at IonQ
high
104 stale, 2 reposted of 104 open
Hiring momentum
159 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from IonQ's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for IonQ.

About this role

The Production Manager at IonQ will oversee a manufacturing team focused on assembling complex quantum computing systems in a high-mix, low-volume environment. This role involves optimizing production workflows, managing schedules, and ensuring quality while collaborating with various departments to support operational growth. The manager will also implement training programs and maintain production management systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness on the manufacturing floor.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of IonQ as an employer.

What you need

  • 5+ years of experience managing production/manufacturing operations in a high-mix, low-volume environment
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline
  • Demonstrated track record of effective people leadership
  • Proven track record of managing highly dynamic build plans
  • Strong experience driving operational maturity
  • High-level understanding of complex electromechanical and optomechanical assemblies

Nice to have

  • Experience implementing or configuring a formal Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Experience scaling teams of 10-15
  • Experience working directly within cleanrooms (ISO classes)
  • Background in specialized component handling
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification

What you get

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
  • Parental/adoption leave
  • Legal insurance
  • Home technology stipend

Worth weighing

  • Position requires U.S. citizenship or residency due to export control laws
  • No specific salary figure provided, only a range
  • Role involves managing complex systems which may require specialized knowledge
  • Dynamic manufacturing environment may lead to rapid changes in responsibilities

Summarised from IonQ's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by IonQ on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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