Principal Technical Program Manager (TPM) - Engineering Operations

Perform operational and investment analysis to optimize the use of Quantum's resources and equipment, across functions and locations - all to ensure the technical roadmap is delivered Own the budget management process, and support the team leader in meeting budgetary commitments by maintaining a “purchase order” level view by Quantum initiative, identifying risks and opportunities early, and managing business levers Own and lead periodic planning cycles Manage cost models, and present information that translates complex operational and financial data into clear risks, opportunities, potential decisions, and recommendations Develop and maintain BI dashboards to track key Quantum initiatives and related investment Develop and maintain a “3-year” strategic plan to help guide the annual planning process in a manner that enables Quantum's accelerated technical goals Lead the monitoring and communication of Quantum related supply chain risk, and work with team to implement risk mitigation plans Support various “rhythm of business” activities as requested Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience. 3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Ability to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools. 3+ years of experience in management consulting, preferably with a focus on supply chain MBA or minor in economics, finance, operations, or supply chain Experience in evolving businesses from research to productization Operational rigor and systems thinking (operations rhythms, governance patterns, repeatable processes) Deep experience with data analysis and visualization Experience working with Finance to assess OpEx and CapEx impacts, tradeoffs, and investment decisions Experience applying program judgment and systems thinking to balance performance, reliability, scalability, manufacturability, cost, schedule, supply, and long-term architecture Experience evaluating external technologies and partners through technical diligence, requirements definition, integration planning, and measurable acceptance criteria. Proficient communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills, with the ability to lead through influence across internal and external partner teams.