Senior Systems Engineer- Bill of Materials & Configuration Control

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

17d • $119,800 - $261,000

About The Position

Microsoft’s Quantum organization is building fault-tolerant quantum computing systems at the intersection of physics, hardware, software, and large-scale systems integration. The Senior Systems Engineer will support configuration control, Bill of Materials (BOM) management, lab operations, and material readiness across Quantum hardware programs.

The role owns day-to-day BOM management and configuration control for complex quantum hardware systems. It partners with engineering, systems integration, supply chain, fabrication, and lab teams to translate design intent into accurate, traceable, build-ready product data across Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. The engineer establishes and maintains configuration baselines; supports engineering changes and Configuration Control Board activities; and ensures documentation quality, material readiness, and data integrity from prototype development through production-intent builds. The work supports New Product Introduction, resolves configuration discrepancies, and maintains audit-ready records in a fast-moving research and development environment.

Microsoft Quantum aims to empower science and scientists to solve major problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or a related field and at least 1 year of industry or research and development experience, which may include completion of a postdoctoral research position; or a master’s degree in one of these fields and at least 4 years of such experience; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields and at least 6 years of such experience; or equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including passing the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
• Ability to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status for export-control eligibility assessment; citizenship will be verified with a valid passport, with other applicable documents accepted for lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency, including measurement, performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, and day-to-day task automation.
• Ability to work in an AI-first environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or a related field and at least 3 years of industry or research and development experience, which may include completion of a postdoctoral research position; or a master’s degree in one of these fields and at least 6 years of such experience; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields and at least 8 years of such experience; or equivalent experience.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by ensuring BOM readiness, configuration documentation, and build kit accuracy.
• Audit engineering documentation, including drawings, CAD models, routing, and BOMs, to ensure alignment and traceability.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering and operations to reconcile discrepancies, clarify specifications, and maintain data integrity.
• Maintain compliance with internal documentation standards, configuration policies, and audit-ready processes.
• Review and maintain Master Drawing Lists and subsystem drawing packages.
• Experience with ERP and PLM systems such as SAP, Oracle, Windchill, Agile, or Arena.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills and a high commitment to data accuracy and documentation discipline.
• Experience managing technical inventory, procuring commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components, or supporting lab hardware operations.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary engineering, research, and operations teams.
• Experience in quantum systems, advanced hardware, physics-driven R&D, or high-performance computing environments.
• Experience leading programs with external stakeholders, such as research partners, government programs, or suppliers.
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes, readiness reviews, and complex lab- or facility-based deployments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort communicating at deep technical and executive levels.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end execution of Quantum Systems Engineering BOM from concept through prototype, engineering builds, and production readiness.
• Create, update, and maintain Engineering BOMs across PLM and ERP systems for quantum hardware assemblies.
• Ensure accuracy of part numbers, descriptions, hierarchical structures, and revision histories for complex mechanical, electrical, and cryogenic systems.
• Maintain Master BOMs, configuration baselines, and documentation packages across prototype, pilot, and production-intent builds.
• Execute and document Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and Parts Change Notices (PCNs).
• Support Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities through data preparation, documentation quality checks, and record maintenance.
• Partner with engineering, supply chain, fabrication, and lab teams to ensure clean data flow from design intent through physical builds.
• Embody Microsoft’s Culture and Values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior