Vp of engineering [h1.location_city]

PsiQuantum'smission is to build the first useful quantum computers-machines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials, and other foundational industries.

Our architecture and approachisbased on silicon photonics. Byleveragingthe advanced semiconductor manufacturing industry-including partners like GlobalFoundries-we use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale : photonsdon'tfeel heat, are immune to electromagnetic interference, and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.

In 2024,PsiQuantumannounced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically defining-and that now is the time to scale.

PsiQuantumalso develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application, software, and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companies-including Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemical-to prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.

Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. Itrepresentsa fundamental shift-and a path to mastering challenges that cannot besolvedany other way. The potential is enormous, and we have a clearpathto make it real.

Come join us.

Job Summary :

PsiQuantum is hiring a Vice President of Real Estate, Facilities, and Safety. In this critical role, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Global Supply Chain and Global Facilities as a key business partner. Your leadership will be pivotal in managing the company's developing Chicago based real estate portfolio, facility operations, and EHS compliance. You'll guide a dynamic cross-functional team to ensure excellence across facilities, maintenance, EHS, manufacturing, while supporting distribution, R&D laboratories, quantum computing facilities, cryoplants, commercial offices, and administrative sites. Embrace this exciting chance to influence the future of our global operations in real estate, facilities, and safety.

The VP of Facilities will oversee the planning, construction and maintenance of the organization's facilities and properties. The VP will be responsible for developing and implementing facility strategies and policies, managing budgets and resources, ensuring compliance and regulations, and build and lead the teams of vice presidents, directors, senior managers and managers. The VP will ensure additional space is available for PsiQ to grow, ensure facility available for technology scale up and ensure Quantum Computer sites are built on time, at the forecasted cost, all while ensuring all safety, local compliance, and global regulations are met. The VP will work closely with the PsiQ business team to obtain government approvals and incentives in building Quantum Computer sites.

Responsibilities :

1. Strategic Leadership :

• Set business goals, develop strategies, and contribute to high-level organizational decisions.
• Collaborate with other executives to shape the company's long-term vision and growth.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, manage risk, and foster a proactive global safety culture.

2. Operational Oversight :

3. Financial Management :

4. Business Development :

5. Team Leadership :

6. Strategic Thinking :

Experience / Qualifications :

Preferred Skills & Experience :

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Note : PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com .

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. One is for Chicago, Illinois, the second one (if applicable) is for elsewhere in the US (beyond 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto). Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Chicago, Illinois Pay Range

$250,000 — $310,000 USD

U.S. Pay Range

$250,000 — $285,000 USD