Qrypt's mission is to protect the world's data and restore privacy. Qrypt hardens cybersecurity and future-proofs encryption against quantum attacks by eliminating key transmission. Qrypt's unique technology independently generates symmetric keys at multiple endpoints for critical workflows today. We are a passionate team of engineers, physicists, and cryptographers committed to transforming the way the world safeguards data and communications!
Qrypt is looking for a Manufacturing Operations Manager to own how our quantum hardware gets built, sourced, and shipped. You will manage our contract manufacturers, run production schedules, keep inventory of long-lead components, and coordinate the internal builds that get our Quantum Entropy Appliances into customers' hands. As we scale from hand-assembled units to volume, you will also drive new and revised designs through manufacturing — from first article through ramp. This is the person who makes sure the hardware is there, on time, at the quality we promise.
What you'll do
Own the relationship with our contract manufacturers (CMs) and key component suppliers: quoting, POs, pricing, capacity, quality, and performance.
Build and manage production schedules across the CMs and our internal build team; track builds to plan and keep leadership informed of status and risk.
Own inventory of critical and long-lead components (entropy cards, boards, chassis, and gating parts); forecast demand, set reorder points, and prevent stock-outs from slipping deliveries.
Coordinate internal production and final assembly, including packaging, crating, and shipment of finished appliances.
Drive new product introduction (NPI): move new and revised hardware designs from engineering through first article, validation builds, and ramp to volume production.
Partner with hardware engineering on design-for-manufacturability, engineering change orders, and yield/quality improvements.
Establish and maintain the manufacturing processes, documentation, and quality practices needed to scale production repeatably.
Identify and remove the biggest risks to delivery dates — component availability, CM capacity, repeatable assembly, and QA.
What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in an engineering, supply chain, or related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years in manufacturing operations, manufacturing program/project management, or supply chain, including direct ownership of a contract-manufacturer relationship.
Hands-on experience manufacturing electronics / hardware products (PCBAs, boards, or electromechanical systems) — not general/non-technical manufacturing.
Proven track record managing production schedules, inventory, and supplier performance for a physical product.
Experience taking a hardware product through NPI and into volume production (EVT/DVT/PVT or equivalent).
Strong command of purchasing, forecasting, and inventory/BOM management.
Excellent written and verbal communication; able to keep engineering, suppliers, and leadership aligned.
Willingness to travel to CM and supplier sites as needed.
Fluency with AI and agent-assisted workflows. Working with AI tools is core to how we operate at Qrypt, and it is expected of everyone here.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Qrypt does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Nice to have
Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing quality practices.
Experience with FIPS 140-3 validated hardware, or building products subject to security/compliance certification.
Experience scaling a product from low-volume/hand-assembled builds to volume manufacturing.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay & Equity participation
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
401(k) match
In-office lunch and snacks
The opportunity to be part of a company solving one of the most critical technology challenges of our time!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Qrypt is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance with our employment application process, please email us at [email protected] to obtain assistance.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years in manufacturing operations, manufacturing program/project management, or supply chain with direct CM ownership.
- Hands-on experience manufacturing electronics/hardware products (PCBAs, boards, electromechanical systems).
- Proven track record managing production schedules, inventory, and supplier performance for a physical product.
- Experience taking a hardware product through NPI into volume production (EVT/DVT/PVT or equivalent).
- Strong command of purchasing, forecasting, and inventory/BOM management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; able to align engineering, suppliers, and leadership.
- Willingness to travel to contract manufacturer and supplier sites as needed.
- Fluency with AI and agent-assisted workflows; comfortable using AI tools.
- Authorized to work in the United States; employer does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
- Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing quality practices.
- Experience with FIPS 140-3 validated hardware or building products subject to security/compliance certification.
- Experience scaling a product from low-volume/hand-assembled builds to volume manufacturing.
What We Do
Eternal Encryption. In an age of escalating cyberespionage, robust encryption protocols have never been more important. Current encryption methods rely on vulnerable and archaic technologies, which will be rendered obsolete by the rise of quantum computers and associated scientific advances. Qrypt’s encryption solution can secure an enterprise today and eliminate future risk; it is the only algorithm mathematically proven to be unbreakable, even in theory. Qrypt protects data from the threat of quantum computers and those machines and mathematics yet to be invented. The Qrypt team is composed of proven cryptography and security experts from academia, industry, and government. Our mission is to help you take back your privacy forever. Together, we can transform the way the world safeguards data and communications.
